Seahawks Secure Play-off Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Rams.

Game-winning play in overtime

Receiver Saubert made the decisive two-point play for Seattle.

Seattle engineered a stunning comeback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, securing their spot in the NFL play-offs.

Rallying from a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seattle squad triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth consecutive victory.

While the Rams had already secured a playoff spot earlier on Sunday, the Seattle team secured their place to the postseason after a two-year absence.

With this outcome, the Seattle now lead their Conference race with a 12-3 mark, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five playoff position with an 11-4 record.

Action Highlights

Signal-caller Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, culminating in the tying TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period.

The Rams held a six-point advantage at half-time before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side.

Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for 56 yards, setting up a one-yard score by Corum on the next play.

In the final stanza, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua extended the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed provided Seattle's hope with a 58-yard return for a score.

Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a converted two-point play forced the game into an extra period.

Although Nacua scored for his second TD in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the decisive score.

Notable Performances

  • Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the overtime touchdown.
  • The 23-year-old tops the NFL with over 1,500 receiving yards for the season.
  • Nacua is second with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 yards on 12 receptions in this game.
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