Seahawks Secure Postseason Spot with Thrilling Overtime Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning comeback to defeat the Rams in overtime, clinching their place in the postseason.
Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth straight win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team secured their place to the postseason after a two-year absence.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their Conference race with a twelve and three mark, supplanting the Los Angeles, who fell to the fifth seed with an 11-4 record.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Sam Darnold had two picks but regrouped to make two scoring throws, including the second TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a six-point advantage at the break before Walker burst through for a long touchdown run for the home side.
Los Angeles defensive back Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for a big return, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed provided Seattle's comeback with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play forced the game into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his another touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the decisive score.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old tops the league with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, adding a career-high two hundred twenty-five yards on 12 catches in this contest.
