Seattle Seahawks Secure Postseason Berth with Thrilling Overtime Triumph over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning comeback to defeat the Rams in extra time, securing their place in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, notching their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks secured their place to the postseason after a two-year hiatus.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their division's race with a twelve and three record, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the fifth playoff position with an 11-4 record.
Game Highlights
Signal-caller Sam Darnold threw two picks but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, including the second score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a six-point lead at half-time before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a long touchdown run for the home side.
Rams cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, leading to a short score by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Nacua extended the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the comeback with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play sent the game into an extra period.
Although Nacua scored for his second touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the decisive conversion.
Key Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the overtime score.
- The 23-year-old tops the NFL with over 1,500 yards for the season.
- Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 receiving yards on 12 receptions in this game.
