Seahawks Secure Postseason Berth with Nail-biting Overtime Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a remarkable fightback to overcome the Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight victory.
While the Rams had already secured a playoff berth earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seahawks have taken over their division's race with a 12-3 record, supplanting the Rams, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four record.
Game Recap
Signal-caller Sam Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to make two scoring throws, including the second TD to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a 13-7 lead at half-time before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a long touchdown run for Seattle.
Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then took back Darnold's first pick 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 Puka Nacua extended the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed provided the hope with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play forced the game into an extra period.
Although Nacua scored for his another touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the decisive conversion.
Notable Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with 96 yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old tops the league with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is second with 1,367, after claiming a career-high two hundred twenty-five yards on twelve catches in this game.