🔗 Share this article Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Victory over Rams. Receiver Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for the Seahawks. The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning fightback to defeat the Rams in extra time, clinching their place in the NFL play-offs. Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight win. While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team secured their place to the play-offs after a two-year absence. With this outcome, the Seattle now lead their Conference race with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four standing. Action Recap Quarterback Sam Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to make two scoring throws, culminating in the tying score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime. The visitors held a six-point advantage at half-time before Walker broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle. Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for a big return, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap. In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the hope with a 58-yard punt return. 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 touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive score. Key Stats Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the overtime score. The young star now leads the league with over 1,500 yards for the season. Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a career-high 225 receiving yards on twelve catches in this game.
Receiver Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for the Seahawks. The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning fightback to defeat the Rams in extra time, clinching their place in the NFL play-offs. Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight win. While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team secured their place to the play-offs after a two-year absence. With this outcome, the Seattle now lead their Conference race with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four standing. Action Recap Quarterback Sam Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to make two scoring throws, culminating in the tying score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime. The visitors held a six-point advantage at half-time before Walker broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle. Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for a big return, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap. In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the hope with a 58-yard punt return. 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 touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive score. Key Stats Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the overtime score. The young star now leads the league with over 1,500 yards for the season. Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a career-high 225 receiving yards on twelve catches in this game.