🔗 Share this article Seattle Seahawks Punch Play-off Berth with Nail-biting Overtime Victory over Rams. Receiver Saubert made the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle. Seattle staged a remarkable fightback to overcome the Rams in extra time, clinching their spot in the postseason. Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seattle squad emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive win. While the Rams had become the first to earn a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seahawks secured their place to the postseason after a 24-month absence. With this outcome, the Seattle have taken over their Conference standings with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four record. Game Recap Quarterback Sam Darnold threw two picks but recovered to make two scoring throws, including the tying TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period. The visitors held a six-point lead at the break before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a 55-yard touchdown run for Seattle. Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for a big return, leading to a short touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap. In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Nacua pushed the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed provided the comeback with a 58-yard return for a score. Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion sent the game into overtime. Although Nacua scored for his second TD in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning score. Notable Performances Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the crucial touchdown. The 23-year-old now leads the league with 1,541 yards for the campaign. Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, after claiming a career-high 225 yards on 12 receptions in this contest.
Receiver Saubert made the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle. Seattle staged a remarkable fightback to overcome the Rams in extra time, clinching their spot in the postseason. Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seattle squad emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive win. While the Rams had become the first to earn a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seahawks secured their place to the postseason after a 24-month absence. With this outcome, the Seattle have taken over their Conference standings with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four record. Game Recap Quarterback Sam Darnold threw two picks but recovered to make two scoring throws, including the tying TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period. The visitors held a six-point lead at the break before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a 55-yard touchdown run for Seattle. Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for a big return, leading to a short touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap. In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Nacua pushed the advantage to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed provided the comeback with a 58-yard return for a score. Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion sent the game into overtime. Although Nacua scored for his second TD in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning score. Notable Performances Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the crucial touchdown. The 23-year-old now leads the league with 1,541 yards for the campaign. Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, after claiming a career-high 225 yards on 12 receptions in this contest.