🔗 Share this article Seattle Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Los Angeles Rams. Tight end Saubert executed the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks. The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning fightback to defeat the Rams in overtime, securing their place in the NFL play-offs. Rallying from a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight victory. While the Rams had become the first to earn a post-season berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a two-year absence. With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their division's race with a 12-3 mark, supplanting the Rams, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four standing. Game Recap Signal-caller Darnold had two picks but regrouped to make two scoring throws, culminating in the second TD to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period. The Rams held a 13-7 lead at the break before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle. Rams cornerback Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for a big return, setting up a one-yard score by Corum on the ensuing snap. In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a 58-yard return for a score. Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play sent the game into an extra period. Although Nacua raced in for his another TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning score. Notable Stats Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the crucial touchdown. The young star now leads the league with over 1,500 receiving yards for the season. Puka Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a career-high 225 yards on 12 receptions in this game.
Tight end Saubert executed the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks. The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning fightback to defeat the Rams in overtime, securing their place in the NFL play-offs. Rallying from a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight victory. While the Rams had become the first to earn a post-season berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a two-year absence. With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their division's race with a 12-3 mark, supplanting the Rams, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four standing. Game Recap Signal-caller Darnold had two picks but regrouped to make two scoring throws, culminating in the second TD to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period. The Rams held a 13-7 lead at the break before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle. Rams cornerback Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for a big return, setting up a one-yard score by Corum on the ensuing snap. In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a 58-yard return for a score. Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play sent the game into an extra period. Although Nacua raced in for his another TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning score. Notable Stats Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the crucial touchdown. The young star now leads the league with over 1,500 receiving yards for the season. Puka Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a career-high 225 yards on 12 receptions in this game.