Seattle Seahawks Secure Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Victory over Rams.
Receiver Saubert executed the game-winning two-point conversion for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning comeback to defeat the Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a playoff spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a two-year hiatus.
With this result, the Seattle now lead their Conference race with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five seed with an eleven and four record.
Action Highlights
Signal-caller Sam Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to deliver two touchdown passes, including the second TD to wideout Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a 13-7 advantage at the break before Walker broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side.
Rams cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for 56 yards, setting up a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Nacua pushed the advantage to 30-14, but Shaheed provided the comeback with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play forced the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his another touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Notable Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The young star now leads the NFL with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, after claiming a career-high 225 receiving yards on twelve receptions in this game.
