Seattle Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Thrilling Overtime Victory over Los Angeles Rams.

Game-winning play in the extra period

Tight end Saubert made the game-winning two-point conversion for the Seahawks.

The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning comeback to overcome the Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the postseason.

Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory.

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

With this outcome, the Seattle have taken over their Conference race with a 12-3 mark, supplanting the Rams, who dropped to the number five seed with an eleven and four record.

Action Highlights

Quarterback Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to make two touchdown passes, culminating in the tying TD to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period.

The visitors held a 13-7 advantage at the break before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a long touchdown run for Seattle.

Rams defensive back Wallace then took back Darnold's first pick for a big return, setting up a short score by Corum on the ensuing snap.

In the final stanza, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Shaheed provided Seattle's hope with a 58-yard punt return.

Darnold then connected with Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play sent the contest into overtime.

Although Nacua scored for his another touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive conversion.

Key Performances

  • Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with 96 receiving yards and the overtime score.
  • The young star now leads the NFL with over 1,500 yards for the season.
  • Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 receiving yards on twelve catches in this game.
Anthony Williamson
Anthony Williamson

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