Seahawks Secure Play-off Berth with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert executed the decisive two-point play for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a remarkable comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month absence.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their division's race with a twelve and three mark, supplanting the Los Angeles, who fell to the fifth playoff position with an 11-4 record.
Game Recap
Signal-caller Sam Darnold threw two picks but recovered to make two scoring throws, including the tying score to wideout Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a 13-7 lead at half-time before Walker broke free for a long touchdown run for the home side.
Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, leading to a short score by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed provided the hope with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play sent the game into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his second touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the decisive score.
Key Stats
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial score.
- The young star tops the NFL with 1,541 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, after claiming a career-high 225 receiving yards on 12 receptions in this game.