🔗 Share this article Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Los Angeles Rams. Tight end Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point conversion for the Seahawks. Seattle engineered a remarkable fightback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their place in the NFL play-offs. Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seattle squad emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight win. While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season berth earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a two-year hiatus. With this result, the Seahawks now lead their division's race with a 12-3 record, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four record. Action Recap Signal-caller Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to make two scoring throws, including the second TD to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime. The visitors held a 13-7 advantage at the break before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side. Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for a big return, leading to a one-yard score by Corum on the ensuing snap. In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua extended the advantage to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited the hope with a 58-yard punt return. Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a successful two-point play forced the game into overtime. Although Puka Nacua scored for his another touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning conversion. Key Performances Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the overtime touchdown. The young star now leads the league with 1,541 receiving yards for the season. Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high 225 yards on twelve catches in this contest.
Tight end Eric Saubert executed the game-winning two-point conversion for the Seahawks. Seattle engineered a remarkable fightback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their place in the NFL play-offs. Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seattle squad emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight win. While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season berth earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a two-year hiatus. With this result, the Seahawks now lead their division's race with a 12-3 record, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four record. Action Recap Signal-caller Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to make two scoring throws, including the second TD to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime. The visitors held a 13-7 advantage at the break before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side. Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for a big return, leading to a one-yard score by Corum on the ensuing snap. In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Stafford to Nacua extended the advantage to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited the hope with a 58-yard punt return. Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a successful two-point play forced the game into overtime. Although Puka Nacua scored for his another touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning conversion. Key Performances Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the overtime touchdown. The young star now leads the league with 1,541 receiving yards for the season. Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high 225 yards on twelve catches in this contest.