Seahawks Secure Postseason Berth with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Rams.
Tight end Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their place in the postseason.
Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Rams had already secured a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seattle now lead their division's standings with a 12-3 record, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 standing.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to make two touchdown passes, including the tying TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a 13-7 lead at half-time before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.
Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then took back Darnold's first interception for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Nacua extended the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed provided Seattle's comeback with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a successful two-point play forced the game into overtime.
Although Nacua scored for his second TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Key Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with 96 yards and the crucial score.
- The young star now leads the NFL with over 1,500 yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367, after claiming a personal-best two hundred twenty-five yards on 12 receptions in this game.
