Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Thrilling Overtime Victory over Rams.

Decisive play in the extra period

Tight end Eric Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks.

The Seattle Seahawks engineered a remarkable comeback to defeat the Rams in extra time, securing their place in the NFL play-offs.

Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth straight win.

While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month hiatus.

With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their Conference race with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an 11-4 record.

Game Recap

Signal-caller Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, including the second TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period.

The visitors held a 13-7 advantage at half-time before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a long scoring dash for Seattle.

Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for a big return, leading to a short score by Corum on the next play.

In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed provided the hope with a spectacular return for a score.

Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion sent the contest into overtime.

Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning score.

Key Performances

  • Smith-Njigba finished with 96 receiving yards and the crucial touchdown.
  • The 23-year-old tops the NFL with over 1,500 yards for the season.
  • Nacua is second with 1,367, after claiming a personal-best 225 yards on twelve receptions in this game.
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