Seattle Seahawks Punch Play-off Berth with Nail-biting Overtime Victory over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a remarkable fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight victory.
While the Rams had become the first to earn a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a two-year absence.
With this outcome, the Seattle now lead their division's race with a 12-3 record, replacing the Rams, who fell to the fifth seed with an 11-4 standing.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Darnold threw two picks but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, including the tying score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a 13-7 advantage at half-time before Walker burst through for a long touchdown run for Seattle.
Los Angeles defensive back Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's first interception for 56 yards, setting up a short touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited the hope with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a successful conversion forced the game into overtime.
Although Nacua raced in for his second TD in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Key Stats
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old tops the league with over 1,500 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, after claiming a personal-best two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on twelve catches in this game.
