Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Thrilling Extra Time Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
Seattle engineered a remarkable comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their place in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Rams had already secured a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team secured their place to the postseason after a 24-month absence.
With this result, the Seahawks have taken over their Conference race with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the number five seed with an 11-4 record.
Action Recap
Quarterback Sam Darnold threw two picks but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, including the tying score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a six-point advantage at the break before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a long touchdown run for the home side.
Rams defensive back Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for a big return, setting up a short touchdown by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Shaheed provided the comeback with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion forced the game into overtime.
Although Nacua scored for his another touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the game-winning conversion.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial score.
- The young star now leads the NFL with 1,541 receiving yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high 225 yards on 12 catches in this contest.