🔗 Share this article Seahawks Secure Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Los Angeles Rams. Tight end Saubert executed the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks. The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs. Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seattle squad emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory. While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the postseason after a two-year hiatus. With this outcome, the Seattle have taken over their Conference standings with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 record. Game Recap Quarterback Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to make two touchdown passes, including the second score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime. The Rams held a six-point lead at half-time before Walker broke free for a long touchdown run for Seattle. Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then took back Darnold's first interception for 56 yards, setting up a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the next play. In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the comeback with a spectacular punt return. Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a converted conversion forced the contest into overtime. Although Puka Nacua scored for his second touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive score. Notable Performances Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six receiving yards and the overtime score. The young star tops the NFL with over 1,500 yards for the campaign. Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 yards on 12 catches in this contest.
Tight end Saubert executed the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks. The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs. Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seattle squad emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory. While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the postseason after a two-year hiatus. With this outcome, the Seattle have taken over their Conference standings with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 record. Game Recap Quarterback Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to make two touchdown passes, including the second score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime. The Rams held a six-point lead at half-time before Walker broke free for a long touchdown run for Seattle. Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then took back Darnold's first interception for 56 yards, setting up a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the next play. In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the comeback with a spectacular punt return. Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a converted conversion forced the contest into overtime. Although Puka Nacua scored for his second touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive score. Notable Performances Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six receiving yards and the overtime score. The young star tops the NFL with over 1,500 yards for the campaign. Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 yards on 12 catches in this contest.