Seattle Seahawks Secure Postseason Berth with Thrilling Overtime Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for the Seahawks.
Seattle engineered a remarkable fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their place in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seattle squad triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Rams had already secured a playoff spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team secured their place to the play-offs after a 24-month absence.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their Conference race with a 12-3 record, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four standing.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Sam Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, including the tying score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a 13-7 lead at the break before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side.
Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's first interception for a big return, leading to a short touchdown by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the advantage to 30-14, but Shaheed provided Seattle's comeback with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a successful two-point play forced the game into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his another touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the game-winning score.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the crucial score.
- The 23-year-old now leads the league with 1,541 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a personal-best two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on twelve catches in this game.