Seattle Seahawks Secure Postseason Berth with Thrilling Overtime Triumph over Rams.
Receiver Saubert executed the decisive two-point play for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their place in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a playoff berth earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the postseason after a two-year absence.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their division's race with a 12-3 mark, supplanting the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 record.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, culminating in the second score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a six-point advantage at the break before Walker broke free for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.
Los Angeles defensive back Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, setting up a short touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed provided the comeback with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play forced the contest into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his another TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the game-winning conversion.
Key Stats
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The 23-year-old tops the NFL with 1,541 yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high 225 receiving yards on 12 catches in this contest.
