🔗 Share this article Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Thrilling Overtime Victory over Los Angeles Rams. Receiver Saubert made the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle. The Seattle Seahawks staged a remarkable comeback to overcome the Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs. Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth consecutive win. While the Rams had already secured a post-season spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team secured their place to the play-offs after a two-year absence. With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their Conference standings with a twelve and three record, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 record. Game Recap Quarterback Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the tying score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period. The Rams held a six-point advantage at half-time before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a long touchdown run for the home side. Los Angeles defensive back Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for 56 yards, setting up a short touchdown by Corum on the next play. In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the comeback with a 58-yard punt return. Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a successful conversion forced the contest into overtime. Although Nacua raced in for his second TD in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the game-winning score. Key Stats Smith-Njigba finished with 96 receiving yards and the overtime touchdown. The 23-year-old tops the league with over 1,500 yards for the season. Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, after claiming a career-high two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on 12 catches in this contest.
Receiver Saubert made the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle. The Seattle Seahawks staged a remarkable comeback to overcome the Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs. Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth consecutive win. While the Rams had already secured a post-season spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team secured their place to the play-offs after a two-year absence. With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their Conference standings with a twelve and three record, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 record. Game Recap Quarterback Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the tying score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period. The Rams held a six-point advantage at half-time before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a long touchdown run for the home side. Los Angeles defensive back Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for 56 yards, setting up a short touchdown by Corum on the next play. In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the comeback with a 58-yard punt return. Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a successful conversion forced the contest into overtime. Although Nacua raced in for his second TD in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the game-winning score. Key Stats Smith-Njigba finished with 96 receiving yards and the overtime touchdown. The 23-year-old tops the league with over 1,500 yards for the season. Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, after claiming a career-high two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on 12 catches in this contest.