Seattle Seahawks Punch Play-off Berth with Nail-biting Overtime Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning comeback to defeat the Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a sixteen-point hole in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth consecutive win.
While the Rams had already secured a playoff berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their division's standings with a twelve and three record, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an eleven and four record.
Action Highlights
Signal-caller Sam Darnold threw two picks but regrouped to deliver two touchdown passes, including the tying score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a 13-7 advantage at half-time before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a long touchdown run for the home side.
Los Angeles defensive back Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's first pick for 56 yards, setting up a short touchdown by Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play sent the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Notable Stats
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the crucial score.
- The young star now leads the league with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, after claiming a personal-best 225 yards on twelve receptions in this game.
