Seahawks Secure Play-off Berth with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a remarkable comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their place in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad emerged victorious 38-37 at home, notching their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month absence.
With this result, the Seahawks have taken over their Conference race with a twelve and three mark, supplanting the Rams, who dropped to the number five seed with an eleven and four record.
Action Recap
Signal-caller Darnold threw two picks but recovered to make two scoring throws, culminating in the second TD to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a six-point lead at half-time before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a long scoring dash for the home side.
Los Angeles defensive back Wallace then took back Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, setting up a short touchdown by Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion sent the game into overtime.
Although Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning conversion.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba finished with 96 yards and the crucial score.
- The 23-year-old now leads the NFL with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 yards on 12 receptions in this contest.
