Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Thrilling Overtime Victory over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert made the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a remarkable comeback to defeat the Rams in extra time, securing their place in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad triumphed by a single point at home, notching their fifth straight win.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a playoff spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a two-year absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their Conference race with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the number five seed with an eleven and four standing.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Sam Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to make two touchdown passes, including the second TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a 13-7 lead at half-time before Walker broke free for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.
Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then took back Darnold's first interception for 56 yards, setting up a short score by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed provided the comeback with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play forced the game into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his another touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the game-winning score.
Notable Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with 96 receiving yards and the overtime score.
- The 23-year-old tops the NFL with over 1,500 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a personal-best 225 yards on 12 receptions in this contest.
