🔗 Share this article Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Triumph over Rams. Receiver Eric Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle. The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, clinching their place in the NFL play-offs. Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive win. While the Rams had already secured a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks secured their place to the play-offs after a two-year absence. With this outcome, the Seahawks have taken over their division's standings with a twelve and three record, supplanting the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth seed with an eleven and four record. Game Highlights Signal-caller Darnold threw two picks but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the second TD to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime. The visitors held a six-point advantage at the break before Walker broke free for a long touchdown run for the home side. Rams cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the next play. In the final stanza, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a spectacular punt return. Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion forced the contest into overtime. Although Puka Nacua raced in for his another touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive conversion. Key Stats Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the overtime score. The 23-year-old now leads the league with over 1,500 receiving yards for the season. Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a personal-best 225 yards on 12 catches in this contest.
Receiver Eric Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle. The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, clinching their place in the NFL play-offs. Overcoming a sixteen-point deficit in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive win. While the Rams had already secured a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks secured their place to the play-offs after a two-year absence. With this outcome, the Seahawks have taken over their division's standings with a twelve and three record, supplanting the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth seed with an eleven and four record. Game Highlights Signal-caller Darnold threw two picks but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the second TD to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime. The visitors held a six-point advantage at the break before Walker broke free for a long touchdown run for the home side. Rams cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the next play. In the final stanza, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a spectacular punt return. Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion forced the contest into overtime. Although Puka Nacua raced in for his another touchdown in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive conversion. Key Stats Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 yards and the overtime score. The 23-year-old now leads the league with over 1,500 receiving yards for the season. Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a personal-best 225 yards on 12 catches in this contest.