Seahawks Secure Postseason Berth with Nail-biting Overtime Victory over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle.
Seattle staged a stunning comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed by a single point at home, registering their fifth straight victory.
While the Rams had become the first to earn a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a two-year absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their division's race with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Rams, who fell to the fifth playoff position with an 11-4 record.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Darnold had two picks but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, including the second score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a six-point lead at the break before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.
Rams defensive back Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for a big return, setting up a one-yard score by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed provided Seattle's hope with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play forced the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive score.
Key Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with 96 yards and the overtime score.
- The 23-year-old tops the league with 1,541 receiving yards for the season.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, adding a personal-best two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on 12 catches in this contest.
