Seattle Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Thrilling Overtime Victory over Rams.
Receiver Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for Seattle.
Seattle staged a remarkable fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their place in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a sixteen-point hole in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad emerged victorious 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight victory.
While the Rams had already secured a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the play-offs after a two-year hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seattle now lead their Conference race with a twelve and three record, supplanting the Rams, who fell to the fifth seed with an 11-4 standing.
Game Recap
Quarterback Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the tying score to wideout Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a six-point advantage at half-time before Walker broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side.
Los Angeles defensive back Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's initial pick for a big return, setting up a short touchdown by Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Shaheed provided the hope with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the endzone, and a converted conversion sent the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his another touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Notable Stats
- Smith-Njigba finished with 96 yards and the crucial score.
- The 23-year-old tops the NFL with over 1,500 yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on 12 catches in this contest.
