Seattle Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Saubert made the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the postseason.
Rallying from a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed by a single point at home, notching their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks secured their place to the play-offs after a two-year hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seattle 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 11-4 record.
Game Recap
Signal-caller Darnold had two picks but recovered to make two scoring throws, culminating in the tying TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a six-point lead at half-time before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a long scoring dash for the home side.
Rams defensive back Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for a big return, setting up a one-yard score by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to 30-14, but Shaheed ignited the comeback with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the endzone, and a successful two-point play forced the game into overtime.
Although Nacua scored for his second touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba finished with 96 yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The 23-year-old tops the league with 1,541 receiving yards for the season.
- Nacua is second with 1,367, after claiming a career-high 225 receiving yards on twelve receptions in this contest.