Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Victory over Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for Seattle.
Seattle engineered a stunning comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, clinching their spot in the postseason.
Rallying from a sixteen-point hole in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight win.
While the Rams had become the first to earn a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their division's standings with a 12-3 record, supplanting the Rams, who fell to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four standing.
Action Recap
Quarterback Darnold threw two picks but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the tying TD to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a six-point advantage at the break before Walker burst through for a long touchdown run for the home side.
Rams defensive back Wallace then took back Darnold's first interception for a big return, setting up a one-yard touchdown by Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed provided the hope with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a converted conversion sent the contest into overtime.
Although Nacua scored for his another TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive score.
Notable Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The young star tops the league with over 1,500 yards for the season.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, adding a career-high 225 receiving yards on twelve receptions in this game.
