Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for the Seahawks.
Seattle staged a remarkable comeback to overcome the Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks triumphed by a single point at home, notching their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a playoff berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a two-year absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks have taken over their Conference standings with a 12-3 record, replacing the Rams, who fell to the number five seed with an 11-4 record.
Game Recap
Signal-caller Sam Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the second score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a 13-7 advantage at the break before Walker burst through for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.
Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for a big return, leading to a short score by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the comeback with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the end zone, and a successful conversion sent the contest into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The 23-year-old tops the NFL with over 1,500 receiving yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 yards on twelve receptions in this game.
