Seahawks Secure Postseason Berth with Thrilling Overtime Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their place in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff berth earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seahawks have taken over their division's standings with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five seed with an 11-4 standing.
Action Recap
Signal-caller Darnold had two picks but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the tying score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a 13-7 advantage at half-time before Walker broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side.
Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, setting up a short touchdown by Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a converted two-point play sent the game into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Key Stats
- Smith-Njigba finished with 96 yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The young star now leads the league with 1,541 yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a personal-best two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on twelve receptions in this contest.