Seahawks Punch Play-off Berth with Nail-biting Overtime Victory over Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle.
Seattle engineered a stunning comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the postseason.
Rallying from a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seattle squad emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth consecutive win.
While the Rams had already secured a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the play-offs after a two-year hiatus.
With this result, the Seahawks now lead their Conference race with a 12-3 record, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the number five seed with an eleven and four record.
Action Highlights
Quarterback Sam Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the second TD to wideout Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The visitors held a six-point advantage at half-time before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a long scoring dash for Seattle.
Los Angeles defensive back Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's first pick for 56 yards, leading to a short touchdown by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Nacua extended the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play sent the game into overtime.
Although Nacua scored for his second TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Key Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The young star now leads the NFL with over 1,500 yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a personal-best two hundred twenty-five yards on twelve catches in this game.