Seattle Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Saubert executed the game-winning two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
Seattle staged a remarkable comeback to defeat the Rams in overtime, clinching their place in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Rams had already secured a post-season berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month absence.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their division's standings with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the fifth seed with an eleven and four record.
Action Recap
Quarterback Darnold had two interceptions but regrouped to make two touchdown passes, including the second score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a 13-7 advantage at half-time before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a long touchdown run for the home side.
Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for a big return, setting up a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the comeback with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the endzone, and a converted conversion forced the contest into overtime.
Although Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the game-winning score.
Notable Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The young star tops the league with over 1,500 yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a personal-best 225 receiving yards on twelve catches in this game.
