Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Thrilling Overtime Triumph over Los Angeles Rams.

Decisive play in overtime

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

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

Rallying from a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed by a single point at home, notching their fifth straight victory.

While the Rams had already secured a post-season spot earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a 24-month hiatus.

With this result, the Seahawks have taken over their division's race with a 12-3 record, replacing the Los Angeles, who dropped to the number five seed with an 11-4 standing.

Game Highlights

Quarterback Sam Darnold had two picks but recovered to deliver two scoring throws, including the tying TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime.

The Rams held a six-point advantage at the break before Walker burst through for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side.

Rams cornerback Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for 56 yards, setting up a one-yard touchdown by Corum on the next play.

In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Nacua extended the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed provided the comeback with a spectacular return for a score.

Darnold then found AJ Barner in the endzone, and a converted two-point play sent the game into overtime.

Although Nacua scored for his second TD in OT, Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning conversion.

Key Stats

  • Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six receiving yards and the overtime touchdown.
  • The 23-year-old now leads the league with 1,541 yards for the campaign.
  • Puka Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, after claiming a personal-best 225 yards on twelve catches in this game.
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