Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Thrilling Overtime Victory over Rams.
Tight end Saubert executed the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a remarkable comeback to overcome the Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the final period, the Seattle squad emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth straight victory.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seahawks secured their place to the postseason after a two-year hiatus.
With this result, the Seahawks have taken over their division's standings with a twelve and three mark, supplanting the Los Angeles, who fell to the fifth playoff position with an 11-4 standing.
Action Recap
Quarterback Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the tying score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a six-point advantage at the break before Walker burst through for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.
Los Angeles defensive back Wallace then took back Darnold's first pick for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Nacua pushed the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the hope with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the endzone, and a converted conversion sent the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his second TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba finished with 96 yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old now leads the NFL with 1,541 yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high 225 yards on twelve catches in this game.