Seahawks Secure Postseason Spot with Thrilling Overtime Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for Seattle.
Seattle engineered a stunning fightback to defeat the Rams in overtime, securing their place in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a sixteen-point hole in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their division's race with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 record.
Action Highlights
Signal-caller Sam Darnold had two picks but recovered to make two touchdown passes, including the tying TD to wideout Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a six-point advantage at half-time before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side.
Rams cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for a big return, 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 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the hope with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the endzone, and a converted conversion forced the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his another TD in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Notable Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with 96 yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old now leads the NFL with over 1,500 yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367, after claiming a personal-best two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on twelve catches in this game.
