Seattle Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
Seattle engineered a stunning comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their place in the postseason.
Rallying from a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight victory.
While the Rams had already secured a post-season spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a two-year hiatus.
With this result, the Seahawks have taken over their division's standings with a twelve and three record, supplanting the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth seed with an eleven and four record.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Sam Darnold threw two picks but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, including the second TD to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a six-point advantage at half-time before Walker broke free for a long touchdown run for Seattle.
Los Angeles defensive back Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for a big return, leading to a one-yard score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Shaheed provided Seattle's comeback with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a successful two-point play forced the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his second touchdown in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive score.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old tops the NFL with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, after claiming a career-high 225 receiving yards on twelve receptions in this contest.