🔗 Share this article Seahawks Punch Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Los Angeles Rams. Receiver Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for Seattle. Seattle engineered a remarkable fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs. Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight victory. While the Rams had already secured a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks secured their place to the postseason after a two-year absence. With this result, the Seattle now lead their Conference standings with a twelve and three record, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an 11-4 standing. Action Highlights Quarterback Sam Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to make two touchdown passes, culminating in the tying score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime. The Rams held a 13-7 advantage at the break before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle. Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for a big return, setting up a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the next play. In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a 58-yard punt return. Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the endzone, and a successful two-point play sent the contest into an extra period. Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning score. Notable Stats Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the crucial touchdown. The 23-year-old tops the NFL with 1,541 yards for the season. Puka Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a career-high 225 yards on twelve catches in this contest.
Receiver Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for Seattle. Seattle engineered a remarkable fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs. Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight victory. While the Rams had already secured a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks secured their place to the postseason after a two-year absence. With this result, the Seattle now lead their Conference standings with a twelve and three record, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an 11-4 standing. Action Highlights Quarterback Sam Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to make two touchdown passes, culminating in the tying score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime. The Rams held a 13-7 advantage at the break before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle. Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for a big return, setting up a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the next play. In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a 58-yard punt return. Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the endzone, and a successful two-point play sent the contest into an extra period. Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning score. Notable Stats Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the crucial touchdown. The 23-year-old tops the NFL with 1,541 yards for the season. Puka Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a career-high 225 yards on twelve catches in this contest.