Seahawks Secure Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point conversion for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning comeback to overcome the Rams in overtime, securing their place in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a sixteen-point hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, notching their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Rams had already secured a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a two-year hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seahawks have taken over their division's race with a 12-3 mark, supplanting the Los Angeles, who fell to the number five seed with an 11-4 standing.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Darnold had two picks but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, including the second TD to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a six-point advantage at the break before Walker burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle.
Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for a big return, leading to a short touchdown by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play forced the game into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his another TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the decisive score.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The young star tops the league with over 1,500 yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, adding a career-high 225 yards on twelve receptions in this game.
