🔗 Share this article Seattle Seahawks Secure Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Rams. Tight end Saubert made the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks. The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning comeback to overcome the Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs. Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight win. While the Rams had become the first to earn a post-season spot earlier on game day, the Seahawks secured their place to the postseason after a 24-month absence. With this result, the Seattle have taken over their Conference race with a twelve and three record, supplanting the Rams, who fell to the number five seed with an eleven and four record. Game Recap Quarterback Darnold had two picks but recovered to make two touchdown passes, culminating in the tying score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period. The Rams held a six-point advantage at half-time before Walker burst through for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side. Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for a big return, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Corum on the next play. In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the advantage to 30-14, but Shaheed provided the hope with a spectacular punt return. Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a converted conversion forced the game into an extra period. Although Puka Nacua scored for his second TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive score. Notable Performances Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the crucial touchdown. The 23-year-old tops the league with 1,541 receiving yards for the campaign. Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, adding a personal-best 225 receiving yards on twelve catches in this game.
Tight end Saubert made the decisive two-point play for the Seahawks. The Seattle Seahawks staged a stunning comeback to overcome the Rams in overtime, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs. Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight win. While the Rams had become the first to earn a post-season spot earlier on game day, the Seahawks secured their place to the postseason after a 24-month absence. With this result, the Seattle have taken over their Conference race with a twelve and three record, supplanting the Rams, who fell to the number five seed with an eleven and four record. Game Recap Quarterback Darnold had two picks but recovered to make two touchdown passes, culminating in the tying score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period. The Rams held a six-point advantage at half-time before Walker burst through for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side. Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for a big return, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Corum on the next play. In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the advantage to 30-14, but Shaheed provided the hope with a spectacular punt return. Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a converted conversion forced the game into an extra period. Although Puka Nacua scored for his second TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive score. Notable Performances Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the crucial touchdown. The 23-year-old tops the league with 1,541 receiving yards for the campaign. Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, adding a personal-best 225 receiving yards on twelve catches in this game.