Seattle Seahawks Punch Play-off Berth with Thrilling Overtime Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point conversion for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a remarkable fightback to overcome the Rams in extra time, securing their place in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight victory.
While the Rams had become the first to earn a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month hiatus.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their division's race with a 12-3 record, replacing the Rams, who fell to the number five seed with an eleven and four record.
Game Highlights
Signal-caller Darnold had two picks but regrouped to deliver two scoring throws, including the tying score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a six-point lead at half-time before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a long touchdown run for the home side.
Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then took back Darnold's initial pick for a big return, setting up a short score by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed provided Seattle's comeback with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a successful two-point play sent the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his another TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the game-winning conversion.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the overtime score.
- The young star now leads the league with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, after claiming a personal-best 225 receiving yards on 12 receptions in this game.
