Seahawks Secure Play-off Berth with Nail-biting Extra Time Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Saubert executed the game-winning two-point conversion for Seattle.
Seattle staged a stunning comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their place in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, notching their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Los Angeles 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 outcome, the Seattle now lead their Conference standings with a 12-3 record, supplanting the Rams, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 standing.
Action Recap
Signal-caller Darnold had two picks but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, including the second TD to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a 13-7 lead at half-time before Walker burst through for a long touchdown run for Seattle.
Rams defensive back Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for 56 yards, setting up a one-yard score by Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the advantage to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the endzone, and a converted two-point play forced the contest into an extra period.
Although Nacua scored for his second TD in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Key Stats
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old now leads the league with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high 225 receiving yards on 12 receptions in this game.
