Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a remarkable fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Rams had already secured a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the postseason after a two-year hiatus.
With this result, the Seattle now lead their division's standings with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Rams, who fell to the number five seed with an eleven and four record.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Sam Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to make two touchdown passes, culminating in the tying TD to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a 13-7 lead at half-time before Walker broke free for a long touchdown run for Seattle.
Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, setting up a one-yard touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the hope with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the endzone, and a successful two-point play sent the game into an extra period.
Although Nacua raced in for his another TD in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the decisive score.
Key Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the overtime score.
- The 23-year-old tops the league with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a personal-best 225 yards on 12 receptions in this contest.
