Seahawks Punch Play-off Berth with Thrilling Overtime Victory over Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their place in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seattle have taken over their Conference standings with a twelve and three record, supplanting the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an 11-4 record.
Game Recap
Quarterback Sam Darnold had two picks but recovered to make two touchdown passes, culminating in the tying TD to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a six-point advantage at the break before Walker burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side.
Rams defensive back Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for a big return, leading to a short score by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the comeback with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion sent the game into overtime.
Although Nacua scored for his another touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the decisive conversion.
Key Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The young star now leads the league with 1,541 receiving yards for the season.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 yards on 12 catches in this contest.
