🔗 Share this article Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Thrilling Overtime Victory over Los Angeles Rams. Tight end Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks. Seattle staged a stunning fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs. Rallying from a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth straight victory. While the Rams had become the first to earn a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team booked their return to the postseason after a two-year hiatus. With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their division's standings with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 record. Game Recap Signal-caller Darnold had two picks but regrouped to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the tying TD to wideout Smith-Njigba in the extra period. The visitors held a six-point advantage at half-time before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side. Rams defensive back Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, setting up a one-yard touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap. In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the comeback with a 58-yard return for a score. Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play forced the contest into overtime. Although Nacua scored for his another touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning conversion. Key Performances Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the crucial touchdown. The young star tops the league with over 1,500 yards for the campaign. Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high 225 receiving yards on twelve receptions in this game.
Tight end Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks. Seattle staged a stunning fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs. Rallying from a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth straight victory. While the Rams had become the first to earn a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team booked their return to the postseason after a two-year hiatus. With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their division's standings with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 record. Game Recap Signal-caller Darnold had two picks but regrouped to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the tying TD to wideout Smith-Njigba in the extra period. The visitors held a six-point advantage at half-time before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side. Rams defensive back Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, setting up a one-yard touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap. In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the comeback with a 58-yard return for a score. Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play forced the contest into overtime. Although Nacua scored for his another touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning conversion. Key Performances Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the crucial touchdown. The young star tops the league with over 1,500 yards for the campaign. Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high 225 receiving yards on twelve receptions in this game.