Seattle Seahawks Punch Play-off Berth with Thrilling Overtime Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks.
Seattle engineered a remarkable fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight victory.
While the Rams had already secured a post-season berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month hiatus.
With this result, the Seattle now lead their Conference standings with a twelve and three record, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the number five seed with an 11-4 standing.
Game Recap
Quarterback Sam Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to make two scoring throws, culminating in the second TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a 13-7 lead at half-time before Walker burst through for a long scoring dash for Seattle.
Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the advantage to 30-14, but Shaheed ignited the comeback with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play forced the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his second touchdown in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Key Stats
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The 23-year-old tops the NFL with 1,541 receiving yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high 225 yards on 12 catches in this contest.