🔗 Share this article Seahawks Secure Play-off Berth with Thrilling Extra Time Triumph over Rams. Receiver Eric Saubert made the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks. The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning fightback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs. Rallying from a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed by a single point at home, registering their fifth straight victory. While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a two-year hiatus. With this result, the Seahawks now lead their division's race with a 12-3 record, supplanting the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four record. Game Highlights Quarterback Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to make two scoring throws, including the tying score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period. The visitors held a 13-7 advantage at the break before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side. Rams cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for a big return, setting up a short touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap. In the final stanza, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed provided the comeback with a 58-yard punt return. Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play sent the game into overtime. Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning conversion. Key Stats Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with 96 yards and the crucial score. The 23-year-old now leads the NFL with 1,541 receiving yards for the season. Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 receiving yards on 12 catches in this contest.
Receiver Eric Saubert made the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks. The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning fightback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs. Rallying from a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed by a single point at home, registering their fifth straight victory. While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a two-year hiatus. With this result, the Seahawks now lead their division's race with a 12-3 record, supplanting the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four record. Game Highlights Quarterback Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to make two scoring throws, including the tying score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period. The visitors held a 13-7 advantage at the break before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side. Rams cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for a big return, setting up a short touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap. In the final stanza, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed provided the comeback with a 58-yard punt return. Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a converted two-point play sent the game into overtime. Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning conversion. Key Stats Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with 96 yards and the crucial score. The 23-year-old now leads the NFL with 1,541 receiving yards for the season. Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 receiving yards on 12 catches in this contest.