Seattle Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Thrilling Overtime Triumph over Rams.
Receiver Saubert made the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle.
Seattle staged a remarkable fightback to defeat the Rams in extra time, clinching their place in the postseason.
Rallying from a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a playoff spot earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks secured their place to the play-offs after a two-year absence.
With this result, the Seattle now lead their division's standings with a 12-3 record, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an 11-4 standing.
Game Recap
Quarterback Sam Darnold had two interceptions but regrouped to make two touchdown passes, including the tying score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a 13-7 lead at half-time before Walker burst through for a long touchdown run for Seattle.
Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for a big return, leading to a short touchdown by Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the hope with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play forced the contest into overtime.
Although Nacua raced in for his another TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the game-winning score.
Notable Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old now leads the NFL with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, after claiming a career-high 225 yards on twelve receptions in this game.
