Seahawks Secure Play-off Berth with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning comeback to overcome the Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad emerged victorious 38-37 at home, notching their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks secured their place to the play-offs after a two-year absence.
With this result, the Seattle now lead their division's standings with a 12-3 record, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the fifth seed with an 11-4 record.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to deliver two touchdown passes, including the tying TD to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a six-point lead at the break before Walker burst through for a long touchdown run for the home side.
Los Angeles defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, setting up a short score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited the hope with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a converted two-point play forced the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his another TD in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive score.
Notable Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the crucial score.
- The 23-year-old tops the league with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, after claiming a personal-best 225 receiving yards on twelve receptions in this contest.
