Seahawks Punch Play-off Berth with Thrilling Overtime Victory over Rams.
Receiver Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
Seattle staged a remarkable fightback to overcome the Rams in extra time, securing their place in the postseason.
Rallying from a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Rams had already secured a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seahawks secured their place to the play-offs after a two-year absence.
With this outcome, the Seattle have taken over their division's race with a twelve and three mark, supplanting the Los Angeles, who fell to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four standing.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to make two scoring throws, culminating in the tying TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a six-point advantage at the break before Walker broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side.
Rams cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for 56 yards, leading to a short touchdown by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the comeback with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play sent the contest into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his another TD in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the overtime score.
- The 23-year-old tops the NFL with 1,541 receiving yards for the season.
- Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a personal-best 225 yards on 12 receptions in this contest.
