Seattle Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Thrilling Overtime Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
Seattle engineered a stunning fightback to overcome the Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the postseason.
Rallying from a sixteen-point deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team booked their return to the postseason after a two-year absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their Conference standings with a twelve and three record, supplanting the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an eleven and four standing.
Game Recap
Quarterback Sam Darnold threw two picks but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, including the second score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a 13-7 lead at the break before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.
Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, leading to a short score by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua pushed the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed provided the comeback with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the endzone, and a converted conversion forced the contest into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his second touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Key Stats
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old tops the league with over 1,500 receiving yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, after claiming a personal-best 225 yards on twelve receptions in this contest.
