🔗 Share this article Seattle Seahawks Secure Play-off Berth with Thrilling Overtime Victory over Los Angeles Rams. Receiver Eric Saubert made the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle. The Seattle Seahawks staged a remarkable fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their place in the postseason. Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight win. While the Rams had become the first to earn a playoff berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a two-year absence. With this outcome, the Seattle now lead their division's race with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the fifth seed with an eleven and four record. Action Recap Quarterback Sam Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to make two scoring throws, culminating in the tying score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime. The Rams held a 13-7 lead at half-time before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle. Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, setting up a one-yard score by Corum on the next play. In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed provided the hope with a spectacular punt return. Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a converted conversion forced the game into overtime. Although Nacua raced in for his another TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the decisive score. Notable Performances Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the crucial touchdown. The 23-year-old tops the NFL with 1,541 yards for the campaign. Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 receiving yards on 12 catches in this contest.
Receiver Eric Saubert made the decisive two-point conversion for Seattle. The Seattle Seahawks staged a remarkable fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in overtime, securing their place in the postseason. Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the final period, the Seahawks triumphed 38-37 at home, notching their fifth straight win. While the Rams had become the first to earn a playoff berth earlier on game day, the Seahawks booked their return to the postseason after a two-year absence. With this outcome, the Seattle now lead their division's race with a twelve and three mark, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the fifth seed with an eleven and four record. Action Recap Quarterback Sam Darnold threw two interceptions but regrouped to make two scoring throws, culminating in the tying score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime. The Rams held a 13-7 lead at half-time before Kenneth Walker III burst through for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle. Los Angeles cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's initial pick for 56 yards, setting up a one-yard score by Corum on the next play. In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed provided the hope with a spectacular punt return. Darnold then connected with Barner in the endzone, and a converted conversion forced the game into overtime. Although Nacua raced in for his another TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the decisive score. Notable Performances Jaxon Smith-Njigba posted 96 receiving yards and the crucial touchdown. The 23-year-old tops the NFL with 1,541 yards for the campaign. Nacua is runner-up with 1,367 yards, adding a personal-best 225 receiving yards on 12 catches in this contest.