Seahawks Secure Postseason Berth with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for Seattle.
Seattle staged a remarkable comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seattle squad triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks have taken over their Conference standings with a twelve and three record, replacing the Rams, who fell to the fifth seed with an eleven and four record.
Game Highlights
Signal-caller Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, culminating in the second score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a six-point advantage at half-time before Walker broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle.
Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's first interception for 56 yards, leading to a short touchdown by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed provided the hope with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play forced the game into an extra period.
Although Nacua raced in for his another TD in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the decisive score.
Notable Stats
- 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 season.
- Nacua is second with 1,367, after claiming a career-high 225 yards on 12 receptions in this game.
