đź”— Share this article Seahawks Secure Postseason Berth with Nail-biting Extra Time Triumph over Rams. Tight end Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for Seattle. Seattle staged a remarkable comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their place in the postseason. Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seattle squad emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory. While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month absence. With this result, the Seahawks have taken over their Conference standings with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an 11-4 record. Game Highlights Quarterback Sam Darnold had two picks but regrouped to make two scoring throws, including the tying score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime. The visitors held a 13-7 lead at half-time before Walker broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle. Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then took back Darnold's first pick for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap. In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed provided the hope with a spectacular punt return. Darnold then found AJ Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion forced the contest into an extra period. Although Nacua scored for his second TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning score. Notable Performances Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six receiving yards and the overtime score. The young star now leads the NFL with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign. Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, after claiming a personal-best two hundred twenty-five yards on twelve catches in this contest.
Tight end Eric Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for Seattle. Seattle staged a remarkable comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their place in the postseason. Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seattle squad emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory. While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff spot earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month absence. With this result, the Seahawks have taken over their Conference standings with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an 11-4 record. Game Highlights Quarterback Sam Darnold had two picks but regrouped to make two scoring throws, including the tying score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime. The visitors held a 13-7 lead at half-time before Walker broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle. Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then took back Darnold's first pick for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Corum on the ensuing snap. In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed provided the hope with a spectacular punt return. Darnold then found AJ Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion forced the contest into an extra period. Although Nacua scored for his second TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning score. Notable Performances Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six receiving yards and the overtime score. The young star now leads the NFL with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign. Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, after claiming a personal-best two hundred twenty-five yards on twelve catches in this contest.