Seattle Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Thrilling Overtime Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Saubert executed the decisive two-point play for Seattle.
Seattle staged a stunning comeback to defeat the Rams in overtime, securing their place in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth straight victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month hiatus.
With this result, the Seattle now lead their Conference standings with a twelve and three record, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five seed with an eleven and four standing.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Sam Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to make two scoring throws, culminating in the tying TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a six-point lead at half-time before Walker burst through for a long touchdown run for the home side.
Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then took back Darnold's first pick for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed provided the comeback with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play sent the contest into overtime.
Although Nacua scored for his second touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the game-winning score.
Key Stats
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The 23-year-old now leads the league with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, adding a personal-best two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on 12 receptions in this game.
