Seahawks Secure Postseason Berth with Thrilling Extra Time Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for the Seahawks.
Seattle engineered a stunning comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Rams had already secured a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seattle now lead their division's standings with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an 11-4 standing.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to make two scoring throws, culminating in the second score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a six-point lead at the break before Walker burst through for a long touchdown run for Seattle.
Los Angeles defensive back Wallace then took back Darnold's initial 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 Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion sent the contest into an extra period.
Although Nacua scored for his another touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive score.
Key Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The young star tops the NFL with over 1,500 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, after claiming a personal-best two hundred twenty-five yards on twelve catches in this game.
