Seahawks Secure Postseason Spot with Thrilling Overtime Victory over Rams.
Receiver Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for Seattle.
Seattle engineered a stunning comeback to defeat the Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Rams had already secured a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team secured their place to the play-offs after a two-year hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seattle have taken over their division's race with a twelve and three record, supplanting the Rams, who dropped to the number five seed with an 11-4 record.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the tying score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a 13-7 lead at the break before Walker broke free for a long touchdown run for Seattle.
Rams defensive back Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, setting up a short score by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed provided Seattle's hope with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion sent the game into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive score.
Notable Performances
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with 96 yards and the crucial score.
- The 23-year-old tops the league with 1,541 receiving yards for the season.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, after claiming a career-high 225 yards on 12 catches in this contest.
