Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Thrilling Overtime Victory over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a remarkable comeback to overcome the Los Angeles 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 by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seattle have taken over their division's race with a 12-3 record, supplanting the Rams, who fell to the number five seed with an eleven and four record.
Game Recap
Signal-caller Darnold had two picks but recovered to make two touchdown passes, culminating in the tying TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a 13-7 lead at the break before Walker burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side.
Rams defensive back Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for a big return, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua extended the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed provided Seattle's hope with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion forced the contest into overtime.
Although Nacua raced in for his another TD in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Key Stats
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the crucial score.
- The 23-year-old tops the league with over 1,500 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, adding a career-high 225 receiving yards on 12 catches in this game.
