Seahawks Punch Play-off Berth with Nail-biting Overtime Victory over Rams.
Tight end Saubert executed the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks.
Seattle staged a stunning comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, clinching their spot in the postseason.
Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth straight victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team secured their place to the postseason after a 24-month hiatus.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their division's standings with a twelve and three record, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 record.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to make two scoring throws, culminating in the tying score to wideout Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The Rams held a six-point lead at the break before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a long touchdown run for the home side.
Los Angeles defensive back Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's first interception for 56 yards, leading to a short score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua extended the advantage to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then found AJ Barner in the endzone, and a converted conversion forced the game into overtime.
Although Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive score.
Key Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with 96 yards and the overtime score.
- The 23-year-old tops the league with 1,541 yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, after claiming a personal-best 225 yards on 12 catches in this contest.
