Seattle Seahawks Secure Postseason Berth with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the decisive two-point play for Seattle.
Seattle engineered a remarkable fightback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight victory.
While the Rams had already secured a playoff berth earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a two-year absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their division's race with a 12-3 record, supplanting the Rams, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 record.
Game Recap
Signal-caller Darnold had two interceptions but regrouped to deliver two touchdown passes, including the second TD to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a 13-7 advantage at the break before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a long touchdown run for Seattle.
Rams cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for a big return, setting up a short touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to 30-14, but Shaheed ignited the hope with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a converted conversion forced the game into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his another TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the decisive conversion.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The young star tops the league with 1,541 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, after claiming a personal-best 225 yards on twelve catches in this contest.
