Seattle Seahawks Secure Play-off Berth with Thrilling Overtime Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for Seattle.
Seattle staged a stunning comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their place in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seattle squad emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the play-offs after a two-year hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seattle now lead their division's race with a twelve and three mark, supplanting the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 record.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Darnold threw two picks but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, including the tying TD to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a six-point advantage at the break before Walker broke free for a long scoring dash for the home side.
Rams cornerback Wallace then took back Darnold's first interception for a big return, leading to a one-yard score by Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed provided Seattle's hope with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a successful conversion sent the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his second TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive score.
Notable Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old tops the NFL with 1,541 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, after claiming a career-high two hundred twenty-five yards on twelve receptions in this contest.
