Seahawks Secure Play-off Berth with Thrilling Overtime Victory over Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a remarkable fightback to defeat the Rams in extra time, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Rams had become the first to earn a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team secured their place to the play-offs after a 24-month hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seattle now lead their Conference standings with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Rams, who fell to the number five seed with an 11-4 standing.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Darnold had two picks but recovered to make two touchdown passes, culminating in the second score 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.
Los Angeles defensive back Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's first pick for a big return, setting up a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play sent the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his another TD in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive score.
Key Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with 96 receiving yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old now leads the NFL with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on twelve catches in this contest.
