Seahawks Secure Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Triumph over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for Seattle.
Seattle engineered a stunning fightback to defeat the Rams in overtime, securing their place in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious 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 game day, the Seattle team secured their place to the postseason after a two-year hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seattle now lead their Conference standings with a twelve and three record, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the fifth seed with an eleven and four record.
Game Highlights
Signal-caller Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, including the tying score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a six-point lead at the break before Walker burst through for a long scoring dash for the home side.
Los Angeles defensive back Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, leading to a short score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Shaheed provided the hope with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play sent the game into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his another touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning conversion.
Notable Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the crucial score.
- The young star tops the NFL with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 yards on twelve receptions in this game.
