Seattle Seahawks Secure Play-off Berth with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.

Game-winning play in overtime

Tight end Eric Saubert executed the decisive two-point play for Seattle.

Seattle engineered a remarkable comeback to overcome the Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs.

Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive win.

While the Los Angeles had already secured a playoff berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a two-year hiatus.

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 playoff position with an 11-4 standing.

Game Recap

Signal-caller Darnold threw two picks but regrouped to make two touchdown passes, including the second score to wideout Smith-Njigba in the extra period.

The visitors held a six-point lead at the break before Walker burst through for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.

Rams cornerback Josh Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, leading to a short score by Blake Corum on the next play.

In the final stanza, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed provided the hope with a 58-yard return for a score.

Darnold then found AJ Barner in the endzone, and a converted conversion forced the game into an extra period.

Although Puka Nacua raced in for his another TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the game-winning score.

Key Performances

  • Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six receiving yards and the overtime score.
  • The 23-year-old tops the NFL with over 1,500 receiving yards for the campaign.
  • Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, after claiming a career-high 225 yards on 12 receptions in this game.
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