Seattle Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Thrilling Extra Time Triumph over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert made the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a remarkable fightback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks secured their place to the postseason after a 24-month absence.
With this result, the Seahawks have taken over their division's standings with a twelve and three mark, supplanting the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 standing.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Sam Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to deliver two touchdown passes, including the tying score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a 13-7 lead at the break before Walker broke free for a long scoring dash for the home side.
Rams defensive back Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed provided Seattle's comeback with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a converted conversion forced the game into overtime.
Although Nacua scored for his another TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive score.
Notable Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial score.
- The young star tops the NFL with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 yards on twelve catches in this contest.
