Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Thrilling Extra Time Victory over Rams.

Decisive play in the extra period

Receiver Saubert executed the game-winning two-point play for the Seahawks.

The Seattle Seahawks engineered a stunning comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their place in the postseason.

Overcoming a sixteen-point hole in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth consecutive victory.

While the Rams had already secured a post-season berth earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month hiatus.

With this result, the Seahawks now lead their Conference race with a twelve and three record, supplanting the Los Angeles, who fell to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 standing.

Action Recap

Quarterback Darnold had two interceptions but regrouped to deliver two touchdown passes, including the tying TD to wideout Smith-Njigba in the extra period.

The Rams held a 13-7 lead at the break before Walker broke free for a long touchdown run for Seattle.

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

In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Shaheed provided the comeback with a spectacular return for a score.

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

Although Puka Nacua scored for his another TD in OT, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive conversion.

Key Stats

  • Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the crucial touchdown.
  • The 23-year-old now leads the NFL with 1,541 receiving yards for the campaign.
  • Puka Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a career-high two hundred twenty-five yards on twelve receptions in this contest.
Jamie Ray
Jamie Ray

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