Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Thrilling Extra Time Victory over Rams.
Tight end Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for Seattle.
Seattle staged a remarkable fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their place in the NFL play-offs.
Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight win.
While the Rams had already secured a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks secured their place to the postseason after a 24-month hiatus.
With this result, the Seattle now lead their Conference race with a twelve and three mark, supplanting the Rams, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 record.
Action Recap
Quarterback Sam Darnold had two picks but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, culminating in the tying TD to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.
The Rams held a six-point lead at the break before Walker broke free for a long touchdown run for Seattle.
Rams defensive back Wallace then took back Darnold's first interception for 56 yards, setting up a short score by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.
In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Nacua extended the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed provided Seattle's hope with a spectacular return for a score.
Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a successful two-point play forced the game into overtime.
Although Nacua raced in for his another touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the game-winning conversion.
Key Stats
- Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with 96 yards and the overtime touchdown.
- The 23-year-old tops the league with 1,541 yards for the campaign.
- Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 yards on 12 receptions in this contest.