Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a remarkable comeback to defeat the Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight victory.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seattle have taken over their division's standings with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five seed with an eleven and four record.
Game Recap
Quarterback Sam Darnold threw two picks but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, culminating in the second score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a six-point lead at half-time before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle.
Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for a big return, setting up a one-yard score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua extended the advantage to 30-14, but Shaheed provided the hope with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play sent the contest into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his another TD in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the decisive conversion.
Notable Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial score.
- The 23-year-old tops the NFL with 1,541 yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a career-high two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on twelve catches in this contest.
