🔗 Share this article Seattle Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Triumph over Rams. Receiver Eric Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks. Seattle engineered a remarkable fightback to overcome the Rams in extra time, clinching their spot in the postseason. Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seattle squad emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth straight win. While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month absence. With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their division's race with a twelve and three record, supplanting the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five seed with an 11-4 standing. Game Recap Signal-caller Sam Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, including the second TD to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period. The Rams held a six-point lead at half-time before Walker burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle. Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Corum on the next play. In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited the hope with a 58-yard return for a score. Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the endzone, and a successful two-point play sent the contest into overtime. Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive conversion. Notable Performances Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial touchdown. The young star tops the NFL with 1,541 yards for the campaign. Puka Nacua is second with 1,367, after claiming a personal-best 225 yards on 12 catches in this contest.
Receiver Eric Saubert executed the decisive two-point conversion for the Seahawks. Seattle engineered a remarkable fightback to overcome the Rams in extra time, clinching their spot in the postseason. Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seattle squad emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth straight win. While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month absence. With this outcome, the Seahawks now lead their division's race with a twelve and three record, supplanting the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five seed with an 11-4 standing. Game Recap Signal-caller Sam Darnold had two interceptions but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, including the second TD to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the extra period. The Rams held a six-point lead at half-time before Walker burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle. Los Angeles cornerback Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Corum on the next play. In the final stanza, a touchdown from Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed ignited the hope with a 58-yard return for a score. Darnold then connected with AJ Barner in the endzone, and a successful two-point play sent the contest into overtime. Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second TD in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive conversion. Notable Performances Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six receiving yards and the crucial touchdown. The young star tops the NFL with 1,541 yards for the campaign. Puka Nacua is second with 1,367, after claiming a personal-best 225 yards on 12 catches in this contest.