Seahawks Secure Postseason Berth with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks.
Seattle engineered a remarkable comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their place in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight victory.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a playoff berth earlier on game day, 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, supplanting the Rams, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an 11-4 record.
Game Highlights
Signal-caller Sam Darnold had two picks but recovered to make two scoring throws, including the tying score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a six-point lead at the break before Walker broke free for a long scoring dash for Seattle.
Rams cornerback Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for a big return, leading to a short touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed provided Seattle's comeback with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play forced the game into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his another TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Notable Stats
- Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial score.
- The young star now leads the league with over 1,500 yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a personal-best 225 yards on twelve receptions in this game.
