Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Thrilling Overtime Triumph over Rams.
Receiver Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks secured their place to the postseason after a two-year absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks have taken over their Conference standings with a 12-3 record, supplanting the Rams, who dropped to the number five seed with an 11-4 standing.
Game Recap
Signal-caller Sam Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to deliver two scoring throws, including the tying score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a 13-7 lead at half-time before Walker broke free for a long scoring dash for the home side.
Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua extended the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a converted conversion sent the game into overtime.
Although Nacua scored for his second touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive score.
Key Stats
- Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the overtime score.
- The 23-year-old now leads the NFL with 1,541 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, adding a personal-best 225 receiving yards on 12 catches in this contest.
