Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Thrilling Extra Time 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 overtime, clinching their place in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a sixteen-point hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.
While the Rams had become the first to earn a post-season berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks have taken over their division's standings with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an 11-4 record.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Darnold had two picks but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, culminating in the tying TD to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a six-point advantage at half-time before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.
Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for a big return, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the advantage to sixteen points, but Shaheed provided Seattle's hope with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a successful two-point play sent the game into overtime.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his second TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning conversion.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The young star tops the NFL with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, after claiming a career-high 225 yards on twelve catches in this game.
