🔗 Share this article Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Nail-biting Extra Time Triumph over Los Angeles Rams. Tight end Eric Saubert executed the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks. Seattle staged a remarkable comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs. Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seattle squad emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight victory. While the Rams had become the first to earn a playoff berth earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month hiatus. With this outcome, the Seattle have taken over their Conference race with a twelve and three record, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four record. Game Recap Signal-caller Darnold threw two picks but regrouped to make two touchdown passes, including the tying TD to star receiver 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. Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, leading to a short touchdown by Blake Corum on the next play. In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a 58-yard return for a score. Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play forced the game into overtime. Although Puka Nacua scored for his second touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive score. Notable Performances Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the crucial score. 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 personal-best two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on 12 catches in this contest.
Tight end Eric Saubert executed the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks. Seattle staged a remarkable comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs. Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seattle squad emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight victory. While the Rams had become the first to earn a playoff berth earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month hiatus. With this outcome, the Seattle have taken over their Conference race with a twelve and three record, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four record. Game Recap Signal-caller Darnold threw two picks but regrouped to make two touchdown passes, including the tying TD to star receiver 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. Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, leading to a short touchdown by Blake Corum on the next play. In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a 58-yard return for a score. Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play forced the game into overtime. Although Puka Nacua scored for his second touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive score. Notable Performances Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the crucial score. 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 personal-best two hundred twenty-five receiving yards on 12 catches in this contest.