Seahawks Secure Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning fightback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth consecutive win.
While the Rams had already secured a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month absence.
With this result, the Seattle have taken over their division's race with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Rams, who fell to the fifth seed with an 11-4 standing.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, culminating in the tying TD to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a 13-7 advantage at the break before Walker broke free for a long touchdown run for Seattle.
Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then took back Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard score by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed provided the hope with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play forced the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the decisive score.
Notable Stats
- Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the crucial score.
- The 23-year-old now leads the league with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, after claiming a career-high 225 yards on 12 receptions in this game.
