Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Thrilling Overtime Victory over Rams.
Receiver Saubert made the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
Seattle staged a stunning comeback to overcome the Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks secured their place to the play-offs after a two-year absence.
With this result, the Seahawks have taken over their Conference race with a 12-3 mark, supplanting the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an eleven and four record.
Action Recap
Quarterback Sam Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the second TD to wideout Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a six-point lead at half-time before Walker broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle.
Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, setting up a short touchdown by Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the advantage to 30-14, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a successful two-point play sent the contest into overtime.
Although Nacua raced in for his second TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the game-winning conversion.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The young star tops the NFL with 1,541 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is second with 1,367, after claiming a personal-best 225 yards on 12 catches in this contest.
