Seahawks Secure Postseason Berth with Thrilling Overtime Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for Seattle.
Seattle staged a stunning comeback to defeat the Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed by a single point at home, notching their fifth straight victory.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seattle team secured their place to the postseason after a 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seattle have taken over their division's race with a twelve and three record, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the fifth seed with an eleven and four record.
Action Recap
Quarterback Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, including the second TD to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a six-point advantage at the break before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.
Los Angeles defensive back Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, leading to a short touchdown by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a converted conversion forced the contest into an extra period.
Although Nacua raced in for his another TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Key Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The young star tops the NFL with over 1,500 yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, adding a career-high two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on twelve receptions in this game.
