Seattle Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Thrilling Extra Time Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.
Receiver Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for the Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning fightback to defeat the Rams in overtime, securing their place in the NFL play-offs.
Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight victory.
While the Rams had already secured a playoff spot earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a two-year absence.
With this outcome, the Seattle now lead their division's race with a twelve and three mark, supplanting the Los Angeles, who fell to the fifth playoff position with an eleven and four record.
Game Highlights
Quarterback Sam Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to make two scoring throws, including the second TD to wideout Smith-Njigba in overtime.
The visitors held a 13-7 lead at half-time before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.
Rams cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for a big return, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the next play.
In the final stanza, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a spectacular punt return.
Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion sent the contest into an extra period.
Although Nacua scored for his another touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the game-winning conversion.
Key Performances
- Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial touchdown.
- The 23-year-old now leads the league with over 1,500 yards for the season.
- Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 yards on twelve catches in this contest.
