Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Thrilling Overtime Triumph over Rams.
Receiver Saubert made the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
Seattle engineered a stunning fightback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their place in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 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 secured their place to the postseason after a two-year absence.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their division's race with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an eleven and four standing.
Action Recap
Quarterback Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to make two touchdown passes, culminating in the second TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a 13-7 lead at the break before Walker broke free for a long scoring dash for Seattle.
Rams defensive back Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for a big return, leading to a short score by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Shaheed provided Seattle's comeback with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play sent the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the decisive score.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the overtime score.
- The 23-year-old tops the league with 1,541 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 receiving yards on 12 receptions in this contest.
