Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the postseason.
Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight victory.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a post-season berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month hiatus.
With this result, the Seattle now lead their Conference race with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Rams, who fell to the number five seed with an eleven and four standing.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Sam Darnold had two picks but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, culminating in the tying TD to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a six-point advantage at half-time before Walker burst through for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.
Los Angeles defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard score by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a converted conversion sent the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his another touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old tops the NFL with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a career-high 225 receiving yards on twelve receptions in this game.
