Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for Seattle.
Seattle staged a stunning comeback to overcome the Rams in overtime, securing their place in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Rams had already secured a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their division's race with a twelve and three mark, supplanting the Rams, who fell to the fifth playoff position with an eleven and four record.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Sam Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to make two scoring throws, including the tying score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a six-point advantage at half-time before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a long touchdown run for the home side.
Rams cornerback Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's first interception for a big return, setting up a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed provided the hope with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play sent the contest into overtime.
Although Nacua raced in for his second TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the game-winning score.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the crucial score.
- The 23-year-old now leads the NFL with over 1,500 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on 12 receptions in this game.
