Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Thrilling Overtime Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point conversion for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a remarkable comeback to defeat the Rams in overtime, securing their place in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the final period, the Seattle squad triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight victory.
While the Rams had become the first to earn a playoff spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team secured their place to the postseason after a 24-month absence.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their Conference standings with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an eleven and four standing.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Darnold threw two picks but regrouped to make two touchdown passes, including the tying score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a six-point lead at the break before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a long touchdown run for Seattle.
Los Angeles defensive back Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's initial pick for a big return, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a converted conversion sent the game into an extra period.
Although Nacua raced in for his second TD in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the decisive conversion.
Notable Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The 23-year-old now leads the league with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a career-high 225 yards on twelve receptions in this game.
