Seahawks Secure Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
Seattle staged a stunning fightback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their place in the postseason.
Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Rams had already secured a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the play-offs after a two-year hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seahawks have taken over their Conference standings with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Rams, who fell to the fifth playoff position with an 11-4 record.
Action Recap
Quarterback Sam Darnold threw two picks but recovered to make two scoring throws, including the second TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a six-point lead at the break before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle.
Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for a big return, leading to a one-yard score by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed provided Seattle's hope with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play sent the contest into an extra period.
Although Nacua raced in for his second TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the game-winning score.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The young star tops the NFL with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, after claiming a personal-best 225 yards on 12 receptions in this game.
