Seahawks Secure Play-off Berth with Thrilling Extra Time Victory over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for the Seahawks.
Seattle staged a remarkable fightback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Rams had already secured a post-season berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a two-year hiatus.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their Conference standings with a 12-3 record, supplanting the Rams, who dropped to the number five seed with an 11-4 record.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Sam Darnold had two picks but regrouped to make two scoring throws, culminating in the second TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a 13-7 advantage at the break before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.
Los Angeles defensive back Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for a big return, leading to a short score by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Nacua extended the advantage to sixteen points, but Shaheed provided the hope with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a converted two-point play forced the game into an extra period.
Although Nacua raced in for his another touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive conversion.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The 23-year-old now leads the league with over 1,500 receiving yards for the season.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 receiving yards on 12 receptions in this game.
