Seahawks Punch Play-off Berth with Thrilling Extra Time Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning fightback to defeat the Rams in overtime, clinching their place in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the final period, the Seattle squad triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight win.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a playoff berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a two-year hiatus.
With this result, the Seahawks have taken over their Conference race with a twelve and three record, supplanting the Los Angeles, who fell to the fifth seed with an 11-4 record.
Game Recap
Signal-caller Darnold had two picks but regrouped to make two scoring throws, including the second score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a 13-7 advantage at half-time before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a 55-yard touchdown run for Seattle.
Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for a big return, setting up a one-yard score by Corum on the next play.
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 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a successful two-point play sent the game into overtime.
Although Nacua raced in for his another TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Notable Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old tops the NFL with over 1,500 yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high 225 yards on twelve catches in this contest.
