Seahawks Secure Postseason Spot with Thrilling Extra Time Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
Seattle engineered a remarkable fightback to overcome the Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff berth earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a two-year absence.
With this outcome, the Seattle now lead their division's race with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four record.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Sam Darnold had two picks but regrouped to deliver two touchdown passes, culminating in the second score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a 13-7 advantage at the break before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a long scoring dash for Seattle.
Los Angeles defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for a big return, leading to a short score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed provided the hope with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play forced the game into overtime.
Although Nacua raced in for his another touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Key Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the overtime score.
- The 23-year-old tops the league with over 1,500 receiving yards for the season.
- Nacua is second with 1,367, after claiming a career-high two hundred twenty-five yards on 12 receptions in this contest.
