Seahawks Secure Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a remarkable fightback to defeat the Rams in extra time, clinching their place in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seattle squad emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks secured their place to the play-offs after a two-year hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seattle have taken over their Conference race with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth seed with an eleven and four standing.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Darnold had two picks but regrouped to deliver two scoring throws, including the second score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a six-point lead at the break before Walker burst through for a long scoring dash for the home side.
Rams cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for 56 yards, setting up a short score by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited the comeback with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a successful conversion forced the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his another TD in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Notable Stats
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the crucial score.
- The 23-year-old tops the NFL with 1,541 receiving yards for the season.
- Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a personal-best 225 receiving yards on twelve receptions in this contest.
