🔗 Share this article Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Victory over Los Angeles Rams. Receiver Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for Seattle. The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning comeback to defeat the Rams in extra time, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs. Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth straight victory. While the Rams had already secured a post-season berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks secured their place to the postseason after a two-year hiatus. With this result, the Seahawks now lead their Conference race with a 12-3 record, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth seed with an eleven and four record. Game Recap Signal-caller Darnold had two picks but regrouped to deliver two touchdown passes, culminating in the tying TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period. The Rams held a six-point advantage at half-time before Walker broke free for a long touchdown run for Seattle. Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, leading to a short touchdown by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap. In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the hope with a spectacular punt return. Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a converted conversion sent the game into overtime. Although Nacua raced in for his second TD in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning conversion. Key Performances Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the overtime score. The young star now leads the NFL with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign. Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high 225 yards on twelve catches in this game.
Receiver Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for Seattle. The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning comeback to defeat the Rams in extra time, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs. Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth straight victory. While the Rams had already secured a post-season berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks secured their place to the postseason after a two-year hiatus. With this result, the Seahawks now lead their Conference race with a 12-3 record, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth seed with an eleven and four record. Game Recap Signal-caller Darnold had two picks but regrouped to deliver two touchdown passes, culminating in the tying TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period. The Rams held a six-point advantage at half-time before Walker broke free for a long touchdown run for Seattle. Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, leading to a short touchdown by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap. In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the hope with a spectacular punt return. Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a converted conversion sent the game into overtime. Although Nacua raced in for his second TD in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning conversion. Key Performances Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the overtime score. The young star now leads the NFL with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign. Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high 225 yards on twelve catches in this game.