Seattle Seahawks Punch Play-off Berth with Nail-biting Overtime Victory over Rams.
Receiver Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning fightback to overcome the Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed by a single point at home, notching their fifth consecutive win.
While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a playoff spot earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month absence.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their Conference standings with a 12-3 record, replacing the Rams, who fell to the fifth seed with an 11-4 standing.
Game Highlights
Signal-caller Sam Darnold had two interceptions but regrouped to make two scoring throws, including the second TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a 13-7 advantage at the break before Walker broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle.
Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard score by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Shaheed provided the hope with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a successful 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 set up the decisive conversion.
Key Stats
- Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old now leads the NFL with over 1,500 receiving yards for the season.
- Puka Nacua is second with 1,367, after claiming a career-high two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on twelve catches in this game.