Seahawks Secure Play-off Berth with Thrilling Extra Time Victory over Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
Seattle staged a remarkable comeback to overcome the Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Rams had become the first to earn a post-season berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month absence.
With this result, the Seattle now lead their division's standings with a 12-3 record, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the fifth playoff position with an eleven and four standing.
Game Highlights
Signal-caller Sam Darnold had two picks but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, including the tying TD to wideout Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a 13-7 advantage at the break before Walker broke free for a long scoring dash for Seattle.
Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard score by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed provided the hope with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion forced the contest into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his another touchdown in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Notable Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six receiving yards and the overtime score.
- The 23-year-old tops the league with over 1,500 yards for the season.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best two hundred twenty-five yards on 12 receptions in this game.
