Seattle Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Thrilling Overtime Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Saubert executed the game-winning two-point conversion for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning fightback to overcome the Rams in extra time, clinching their place in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth consecutive win.
While the Rams had already secured a post-season berth earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month hiatus.
With this result, the Seattle have taken over their division's standings with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the fifth seed with an eleven and four standing.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Darnold had two picks but regrouped to deliver two touchdown passes, including the second score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a 13-7 advantage at half-time before Walker burst through for a long touchdown run for Seattle.
Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, setting up a short touchdown by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the hope with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a converted two-point play forced the game into overtime.
Although Nacua scored for his another TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning conversion.
Notable Stats
- Smith-Njigba finished with 96 yards and the crucial score.
- The 23-year-old now leads the NFL with 1,541 receiving yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high 225 receiving yards on 12 receptions in this game.
