Seahawks Secure Postseason Berth with Thrilling Overtime Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Saubert executed the game-winning two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
Seattle staged a stunning fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, notching their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a post-season berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks secured their place to the play-offs after a 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their Conference race with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Rams, who fell to the fifth playoff position with an eleven and four standing.
Game Recap
Signal-caller Darnold threw two picks but recovered to make two scoring throws, including the second score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a 13-7 lead at half-time before Walker burst through for a long touchdown run for Seattle.
Los Angeles defensive back Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's first pick for a big return, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed provided the comeback with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a converted two-point play forced the contest into overtime.
Although Nacua scored for his second TD in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Key Stats
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the overtime score.
- The 23-year-old tops the NFL with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a personal-best two hundred twenty-five yards on 12 catches in this game.
