Seattle Seahawks Punch Play-off Berth with Nail-biting Overtime Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the decisive two-point play for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seattle now lead their Conference standings with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth seed with an 11-4 standing.
Game Recap
Signal-caller Darnold had two picks but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, including the tying score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a six-point advantage at half-time before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a 55-yard touchdown run for Seattle.
Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then took back Darnold's initial pick for a big return, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed provided Seattle's hope with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion forced the game into overtime.
Although Nacua raced in for his another touchdown in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning conversion.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba finished with 96 receiving yards and the crucial score.
- The young star now leads the NFL with over 1,500 receiving yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 yards on 12 receptions in this contest.
