Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Nail-biting Extra Time Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a remarkable fightback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team secured their place to the postseason after a 24-month hiatus.
With this result, the Seattle have taken over their division's race with a twelve and three mark, supplanting the Rams, who fell to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four record.
Action Recap
Signal-caller Sam Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, including the second TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a six-point advantage at the break before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle.
Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for a big return, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Nacua extended the advantage to 30-14, but Shaheed ignited the hope with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play sent the contest into overtime.
Although Nacua scored for his another touchdown in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive score.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba finished with 96 receiving yards and the overtime score.
- The 23-year-old tops the NFL with over 1,500 receiving yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, after claiming a personal-best 225 yards on twelve catches in this game.
