Seattle Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Triumph over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for Seattle.
Seattle engineered a remarkable fightback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the postseason.
Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks triumphed by a single point at home, registering their fifth straight win.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seattle have taken over their division's standings with a 12-3 record, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the fifth playoff position with an eleven and four standing.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to make two touchdown passes, including the tying score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a 13-7 advantage at the break before Walker broke free for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.
Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for a big return, setting up a short score by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed provided the comeback with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a converted conversion forced the contest into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the game-winning score.
Notable Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with 96 yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The young star now leads the league with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, adding a career-high two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on 12 catches in this contest.