Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Thrilling Overtime Victory over Rams.
Receiver Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for Seattle.
Seattle staged a remarkable comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the postseason.
Rallying from a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seattle squad triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Rams had already secured 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 Seattle now lead their Conference race with a twelve and three record, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an 11-4 record.
Game Recap
Signal-caller Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to make two touchdown passes, culminating in the tying score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a 13-7 advantage at the break before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a long scoring dash for Seattle.
Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, setting up a short score by Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua pushed the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion forced the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his another TD in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive score.
Notable Stats
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The young star tops the NFL with over 1,500 receiving yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, after claiming a personal-best 225 yards on 12 receptions in this contest.
