Seahawks Secure Play-off Berth with Nail-biting Overtime Victory over Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the decisive two-point play for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a remarkable comeback to defeat the Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight win.
While the Rams had already secured a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks secured their place to the play-offs after a 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks have taken over their Conference standings with a twelve and three record, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 standing.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Darnold threw two picks but recovered to make two scoring throws, including the second score to wideout Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a six-point advantage at the break before Walker burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle.
Rams cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for a big return, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a successful conversion sent the contest into an extra period.
Although Nacua scored for his second TD in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the decisive score.
Notable Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with 96 yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The 23-year-old now leads the league with 1,541 yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, after claiming a personal-best two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on 12 receptions in this contest.
