Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Saubert executed the game-winning two-point conversion for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a sixteen-point hole in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks secured their place to the postseason after a two-year hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their division's race with a twelve and three record, replacing the Rams, who fell to the fifth seed with an 11-4 record.
Action Recap
Quarterback Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the second score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a six-point advantage at the break before Walker broke free for a long touchdown run for the home side.
Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, setting up a one-yard score by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the hope with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play sent the game into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his second TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Key Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with 96 yards and the overtime score.
- The young star tops the league with 1,541 receiving yards for the season.
- Nacua is second with 1,367, after claiming a personal-best two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on 12 catches in this contest.