Seattle Seahawks Secure Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Victory over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a remarkable fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the play-offs after a two-year hiatus.
With this result, the Seattle now lead their division's standings with a twelve and three mark, supplanting the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an eleven and four record.
Action Recap
Quarterback Darnold threw two picks but regrouped to deliver two scoring throws, including the second score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a 13-7 advantage at half-time before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a long touchdown run for Seattle.
Rams cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, leading to a short touchdown by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua extended the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the hope with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the endzone, and a converted two-point play forced the contest into overtime.
Although Nacua scored for his another touchdown in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the decisive conversion.
Key Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with 96 yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The 23-year-old now leads the NFL with 1,541 receiving yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367, after claiming a career-high 225 yards on twelve receptions in this contest.
