Seattle Seahawks Secure Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Rams.

Game-winning play in the extra period

Tight end Saubert executed the game-winning two-point conversion for the Seahawks.

The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning comeback to defeat the Rams in extra time, clinching their spot in the postseason.

Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory.

While the Rams had become the first to earn a playoff berth earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team secured their place to the play-offs after a two-year hiatus.

With this result, the Seahawks now lead their Conference standings with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the number five seed with an 11-4 record.

Action Recap

Quarterback Darnold threw two picks but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, including the second TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.

The Rams held a 13-7 advantage at half-time before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.

Los Angeles defensive back Wallace then took back Darnold's first interception for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard score by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap.

In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's hope with a 58-yard return for a score.

Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a successful two-point play sent the contest into overtime.

Although Puka Nacua scored for his second touchdown in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to set up the game-winning conversion.

Notable Stats

  • Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the crucial touchdown.
  • The 23-year-old now leads the NFL with 1,541 yards for the season.
  • Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 receiving yards on 12 receptions in this contest.
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