Seahawks Secure Play-off Berth with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
Seattle staged a remarkable comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their place in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks triumphed by a single point at home, notching their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Rams had become the first to earn a post-season spot earlier on game day, the Seahawks secured their place to the postseason after a 24-month absence.
With this result, the Seattle now lead their Conference race with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 record.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Sam Darnold threw two picks but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, culminating in the second TD to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a 13-7 lead at the break before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a long scoring dash for Seattle.
Los Angeles defensive back Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for a big return, setting up a short touchdown by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Nacua extended the advantage to 30-14, but Shaheed ignited the hope with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a converted conversion forced the game into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive score.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba finished with 96 receiving yards and the crucial score.
- The 23-year-old now leads the league with 1,541 yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 receiving yards on 12 catches in this contest.