Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Thrilling Overtime Triumph over Rams.
Receiver Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning fightback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the postseason.
Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight victory.
While the Rams had become the first to earn a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their division's standings with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the number five seed with an eleven and four record.
Action Recap
Signal-caller Sam Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, including the second TD to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a 13-7 advantage at the break before Walker broke free for a long scoring dash for the home side.
Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the comeback with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion sent the game into overtime.
Although Nacua scored for his another touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning conversion.
Notable Stats
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the overtime score.
- The 23-year-old tops the league with over 1,500 yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, after claiming a career-high 225 receiving yards on twelve catches in this contest.
