Seattle Seahawks Secure Play-off Berth with Nail-biting Overtime Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their place in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a sixteen-point deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seattle now lead their Conference race with a twelve and three record, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the number five seed with an 11-4 standing.
Game Highlights
Signal-caller Darnold had two picks but recovered to make two scoring throws, including the tying score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a six-point lead at half-time before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a long scoring dash for the home side.
Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, setting up a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited the hope with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a successful conversion sent the contest into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua scored for his another touchdown in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the game-winning score.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the crucial score.
- The 23-year-old now leads the NFL with over 1,500 yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a career-high 225 receiving yards on twelve receptions in this contest.
