Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for Seattle.
Seattle engineered a remarkable comeback to overcome the Rams in overtime, securing their place in the postseason.
Rallying from a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seattle squad emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight victory.
While the Rams had already secured a playoff berth earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a two-year absence.
With this result, the Seattle now lead their Conference race with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the fifth playoff position with an 11-4 record.
Game Highlights
Signal-caller Sam Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, including the tying TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a six-point lead at the break before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.
Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard score by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion sent the game into overtime.
Although Nacua scored for his another touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba finished with 96 receiving yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The young star now leads the league with 1,541 yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 yards on 12 catches in this game.
