🔗 Share this article Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Rams. Receiver Eric Saubert made the decisive two-point play for Seattle. Seattle engineered a stunning fightback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their place in the postseason. Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth consecutive win. While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks secured their place to the play-offs after a two-year absence. With this outcome, the Seattle now lead their Conference race with a twelve and three record, replacing the Rams, who fell to the number five seed with an eleven and four standing. Game Recap Quarterback Sam Darnold threw two picks but regrouped to deliver two scoring throws, including the second score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period. The Rams held a six-point lead at the break before Walker burst through for a 55-yard touchdown run for Seattle. Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for a big return, leading to a short touchdown by Corum on the next play. In the final stanza, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the hope with a 58-yard punt return. Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion sent the game into overtime. Although Puka Nacua scored for his second touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning conversion. Notable Performances Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the overtime score. The young star now leads the league with over 1,500 yards for the campaign. Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high 225 yards on twelve receptions in this contest.
Receiver Eric Saubert made the decisive two-point play for Seattle. Seattle engineered a stunning fightback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, clinching their place in the postseason. Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the fourth quarter, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth consecutive win. While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks secured their place to the play-offs after a two-year absence. With this outcome, the Seattle now lead their Conference race with a twelve and three record, replacing the Rams, who fell to the number five seed with an eleven and four standing. Game Recap Quarterback Sam Darnold threw two picks but regrouped to deliver two scoring throws, including the second score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period. The Rams held a six-point lead at the break before Walker burst through for a 55-yard touchdown run for Seattle. Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for a big return, leading to a short touchdown by Corum on the next play. In the final stanza, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited the hope with a 58-yard punt return. Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion sent the game into overtime. Although Puka Nacua scored for his second touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning conversion. Notable Performances Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the overtime score. The young star now leads the league with over 1,500 yards for the campaign. Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high 225 yards on twelve receptions in this contest.