🔗 Share this article Seahawks Punch Play-off Berth with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Los Angeles Rams. Receiver Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for the Seahawks. Seattle staged a stunning fightback to defeat the Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs. Rallying from a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive win. While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team secured their place to the play-offs after a 24-month absence. With this outcome, the Seattle have taken over their division's standings with a twelve and three record, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the number five seed with an 11-4 standing. Action Highlights Signal-caller Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the tying TD to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime. The visitors held a 13-7 advantage at half-time before Walker burst through for a long touchdown run for the home side. Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for a big return, setting up a one-yard touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap. In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Shaheed provided Seattle's comeback with a spectacular return for a score. Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a converted conversion forced the contest into an extra period. Although Puka Nacua scored for his second touchdown in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the game-winning conversion. Notable Stats Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial score. The 23-year-old tops the league with over 1,500 yards for the campaign. Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 yards on 12 receptions in this contest.
Receiver Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for the Seahawks. Seattle staged a stunning fightback to defeat the Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs. Rallying from a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive win. While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team secured their place to the play-offs after a 24-month absence. With this outcome, the Seattle have taken over their division's standings with a twelve and three record, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the number five seed with an 11-4 standing. Action Highlights Signal-caller Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the tying TD to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime. The visitors held a 13-7 advantage at half-time before Walker burst through for a long touchdown run for the home side. Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for a big return, setting up a one-yard touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap. In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Shaheed provided Seattle's comeback with a spectacular return for a score. Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a converted conversion forced the contest into an extra period. Although Puka Nacua scored for his second touchdown in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the game-winning conversion. Notable Stats Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial score. The 23-year-old tops the league with over 1,500 yards for the campaign. Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 yards on 12 receptions in this contest.