Seahawks Secure Play-off Berth with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the decisive two-point play for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a remarkable fightback to defeat the Rams in extra time, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the final period, the Seattle squad emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Rams had already secured a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month hiatus.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their division's standings with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the fifth seed with an eleven and four standing.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Darnold had two picks but regrouped to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the tying score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a six-point lead at the break before Walker burst through for a long touchdown run for the home side.
Rams cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for a big return, leading to a one-yard score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua extended the advantage to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited the hope with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a successful two-point play forced the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his another TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial score.
- The young star tops the NFL with over 1,500 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a career-high two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on 12 catches in this contest.
