Seattle Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Victory over Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a remarkable fightback to overcome the Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the postseason.
Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight victory.
While the Rams had already secured a playoff spot earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month absence.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their Conference standings with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 standing.
Game Recap
Signal-caller Sam Darnold had two interceptions but regrouped to deliver two scoring throws, including the tying TD to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a six-point lead at the break before Walker broke free for a long touchdown run for the home side.
Los Angeles defensive back Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for a big return, setting up a short score by Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed provided the comeback with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion sent the game into overtime.
Although Nacua raced in for his second TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the game-winning score.
Key Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old tops the NFL with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, after claiming a personal-best 225 receiving yards on twelve catches in this game.
