Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning fightback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the postseason.
Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a playoff berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks secured their place to the postseason after a 24-month hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their Conference standings with a twelve and three record, supplanting the Rams, who dropped to the number five seed with an 11-4 standing.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Sam Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to make two touchdown passes, including the second score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a 13-7 advantage at half-time before Walker burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side.
Los Angeles defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play forced the contest into overtime.
Although Nacua scored for his another touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the game-winning conversion.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba finished with 96 receiving yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old now leads the league with 1,541 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, after claiming a personal-best 225 receiving yards on 12 receptions in this contest.
