Seattle Seahawks Punch Play-off Berth with Nail-biting Overtime Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Saubert executed the game-winning two-point conversion for Seattle.
Seattle engineered a stunning comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory.
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 absence.
With this result, the Seattle now lead their division's standings with a twelve and three record, supplanting the Los Angeles, who fell to the number five seed with an 11-4 record.
Game Recap
Signal-caller Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to make two scoring throws, culminating in the second TD to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a six-point lead at half-time before Walker broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle.
Rams defensive back Wallace then took back Darnold's first pick for a big return, leading to a short score by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the endzone, and a converted conversion forced the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his another touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Notable Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with 96 yards and the overtime score.
- The 23-year-old now leads the NFL with 1,541 receiving yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, after claiming a personal-best 225 receiving yards on twelve catches in this game.
