Seattle Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Thrilling Overtime Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning comeback to overcome the Rams in overtime, clinching their place in the postseason.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the final period, the Seattle squad triumphed by a single point at home, notching their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a playoff berth earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month hiatus.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their division's race with a twelve and three record, supplanting the Rams, who fell to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 standing.
Action Recap
Quarterback Sam Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to make two touchdown passes, culminating in the second score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a six-point lead at half-time before Walker burst through for a 55-yard touchdown run for Seattle.
Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for a big return, leading to a short score by Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play sent the game into an extra period.
Although Nacua raced in for his another touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the game-winning score.
Notable Stats
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old tops the NFL with 1,541 yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, after claiming a personal-best 225 yards on twelve receptions in this game.
