Seattle Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
Seattle engineered a remarkable fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their place in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month hiatus.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their division's standings with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Rams, who fell to the number five seed with an 11-4 standing.
Action Highlights
Signal-caller Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to make two scoring throws, including the second score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a six-point lead at half-time before Walker burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle.
Rams cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for a big return, leading to a short touchdown by Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Shaheed ignited the comeback with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play sent the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his another touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning conversion.
Key Stats
- Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old tops the NFL with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, after claiming a career-high 225 receiving yards on twelve receptions in this game.