Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Nail-biting Overtime Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Tight end Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for the Seahawks.
Seattle engineered a remarkable fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their place in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed by a single point at home, notching their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks secured their place to the play-offs after a two-year absence.
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 had two picks but recovered to make two touchdown passes, including the second TD to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a 13-7 lead at the break before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a long touchdown run for the home side.
Rams cornerback Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's first pick for a big return, setting up a short score by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed provided the hope with a 58-yard punt return.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a successful two-point play forced the contest into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Key Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The young star tops the NFL with 1,541 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, after claiming a personal-best two hundred twenty-five yards on 12 receptions in this contest.
