Seahawks Punch Postseason Berth with Nail-biting Overtime Triumph over Rams.

Game-winning play in the extra period

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

Seattle staged a stunning fightback to overcome the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, clinching their place in the NFL play-offs.

Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad triumphed 38-37 at home, registering their fifth straight victory.

While the Rams had become the first to earn a post-season berth earlier on Sunday, the Seahawks booked their return to the play-offs after a two-year hiatus.

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

Action Recap

Signal-caller Darnold had two picks but regrouped to make two touchdown passes, including the second score to star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime.

The Rams held a six-point lead at the break before Walker broke free for a long scoring dash for the home side.

Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's initial interception for a big return, setting up a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the next play.

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

Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a successful conversion forced the contest into an extra period.

Although Puka Nacua raced in for his another TD in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the game-winning conversion.

Notable Performances

  • Smith-Njigba posted ninety-six yards and the overtime touchdown.
  • The young star now leads the NFL with over 1,500 receiving yards for the season.
  • Nacua is second with 1,367, adding a career-high 225 receiving yards on twelve catches in this contest.
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