Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Thrilling Overtime Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for the Seahawks.
Seattle engineered a remarkable comeback to defeat the Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a post-season spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the postseason after a two-year hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seattle now lead their division's standings with a 12-3 record, replacing the Rams, who fell to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 standing.
Game Recap
Quarterback Darnold had two picks but regrouped to deliver two touchdown passes, culminating in the second score to wideout Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a 13-7 advantage at half-time before Walker broke free for a 55-yard touchdown run for Seattle.
Los Angeles defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for a big return, setting up a one-yard touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a successful two-point play sent the game into overtime.
Although Nacua scored for his another touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the decisive score.
Notable Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with 96 receiving yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The 23-year-old now leads the NFL with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, after claiming a personal-best two hundred twenty-five yards on 12 catches in this contest.
