Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Thrilling Overtime Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team secured their place to the postseason after a two-year absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks have taken over their Conference race with a twelve and three mark, supplanting the Los Angeles, who fell to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four standing.
Game Highlights
Signal-caller Darnold threw two picks but recovered to make two scoring throws, including the tying TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a six-point advantage at half-time before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side.
Rams defensive back Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard score by Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play forced the contest into overtime.
Although Nacua scored for his another touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the decisive score.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old tops the league with over 1,500 receiving yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, after claiming a career-high two hundred twenty-five yards on 12 receptions in this game.
