Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Thrilling Overtime Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a remarkable fightback to overcome the Rams in extra time, clinching their place in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad triumphed by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a post-season berth earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team secured their place to the play-offs after a two-year absence.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their Conference standings with a twelve and three record, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth seed with an eleven and four record.
Game Recap
Signal-caller Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to make two touchdown passes, culminating in the tying score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a 13-7 lead at half-time before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a long scoring dash for Seattle.
Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for a big return, leading to a one-yard score by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a successful conversion forced the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his second TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The young star tops the league with 1,541 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, after claiming a career-high 225 yards on 12 receptions in this contest.
