Seahawks Secure Postseason Spot with Thrilling Extra Time Victory over Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a remarkable fightback 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 triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the postseason after a two-year absence.
With this result, the Seattle now lead their division's race with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the fifth playoff position with an 11-4 standing.
Game Recap
Signal-caller Darnold had two picks but recovered to make two scoring throws, culminating in the second score to wideout Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a six-point lead at the break before Walker broke free for a long scoring dash for the home side.
Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for a big return, leading to a short score by Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed provided the hope with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play sent the contest into overtime.
Although Nacua scored for his second TD in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the game-winning score.
Notable Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the overtime score.
- The young star tops the NFL with over 1,500 yards for the season.
- Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high two hundred twenty-five yards on 12 catches in this game.
