Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Thrilling Overtime Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning fightback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a two-year absence.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their Conference standings with a 12-3 record, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth seed with an 11-4 standing.
Action Recap
Signal-caller Darnold had two interceptions but regrouped to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the second TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a 13-7 lead at the break before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a 55-yard touchdown run for Seattle.
Rams cornerback Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's first pick for a big return, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed provided the hope with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the endzone, and a converted two-point play forced the game into an extra period.
Although Nacua scored for his second TD in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Key Stats
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the overtime score.
- The 23-year-old tops the league with over 1,500 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367, after claiming a personal-best 225 yards on twelve catches in this game.