Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Triumph over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for Seattle.
Seattle staged a remarkable comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their place in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the final period, the Seattle squad emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth straight win.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seahawks secured their place to the postseason after a 24-month absence.
With this result, the Seahawks have taken over their Conference standings with a twelve and three record, replacing the Rams, who fell to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 standing.
Game Recap
Signal-caller Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to make two scoring throws, including the tying TD to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a six-point lead at the break before Walker broke free for a 55-yard touchdown run for Seattle.
Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for a big return, setting up a short score by Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited the hope with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the endzone, and a converted conversion forced the game into overtime.
Although Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive score.
Key Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with 96 yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The young star tops the NFL with over 1,500 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best two hundred twenty-five yards on twelve catches in this game.
