Seahawks Secure Postseason Berth with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for Seattle.
Seattle staged a remarkable comeback to overcome the Rams in overtime, securing their place in the postseason.
Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seattle squad emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth consecutive victory.
While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff berth earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month hiatus.
With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their Conference race with a twelve and three mark, supplanting the Rams, who fell to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four record.
Game Recap
Quarterback Sam Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, including the second TD to wideout Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a six-point lead at the break before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a 55-yard touchdown run for Seattle.
Rams cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for a big return, setting up a one-yard score by Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Shaheed ignited the hope with a 58-yard return for a score.
Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a successful conversion sent the game into an extra period.
Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second TD in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning score.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the crucial score.
- The 23-year-old tops the NFL with 1,541 receiving yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, adding a personal-best 225 receiving yards on 12 receptions in this game.
