Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning comeback to defeat the Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Rams 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 have taken over their division's race with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four record.
Action Highlights
Signal-caller Darnold threw two picks but regrouped to deliver two scoring throws, including the second TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a 13-7 lead at half-time before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.
Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for 56 yards, setting up a one-yard touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Nacua extended the advantage to 30-14, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play sent the contest into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive score.
Notable Stats
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The young star now leads the league with over 1,500 receiving yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on 12 catches in this contest.
