🔗 Share this article Seattle Seahawks Punch Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Extra Time Victory over Los Angeles Rams. Tight end Saubert made the decisive two-point play for Seattle. Seattle engineered a stunning comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, clinching their spot in the postseason. Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive win. While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a playoff berth earlier on game day, the Seattle team secured their place to the postseason after a two-year absence. With this outcome, the Seattle now lead their division's race with a 12-3 record, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four record. Action Recap Quarterback Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, including the tying score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime. The Rams held a 13-7 lead at half-time before Walker broke free for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side. Rams cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for a big return, setting up a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap. In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed provided Seattle's hope with a 58-yard punt return. Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a successful conversion forced the contest into an extra period. Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning conversion. Notable Stats Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the crucial score. The 23-year-old now leads the NFL with 1,541 yards for the season. Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, after claiming a career-high 225 receiving yards on 12 receptions in this contest.
Tight end Saubert made the decisive two-point play for Seattle. Seattle engineered a stunning comeback to defeat the Los Angeles Rams in extra time, clinching their spot in the postseason. Overcoming a 30-14 deficit in the final period, the Seahawks emerged victorious by a single point at home, registering their fifth consecutive win. While the Los Angeles had become the first to earn a playoff berth earlier on game day, the Seattle team secured their place to the postseason after a two-year absence. With this outcome, the Seattle now lead their division's race with a 12-3 record, replacing the Los Angeles, who fell to the number five playoff position with an eleven and four record. Action Recap Quarterback Darnold threw two interceptions but recovered to deliver two touchdown passes, including the tying score to star receiver Smith-Njigba in overtime. The Rams held a 13-7 lead at half-time before Walker broke free for a 55-yard touchdown run for the home side. Rams cornerback Wallace then returned Darnold's first interception for a big return, setting up a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the ensuing snap. In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to sixteen points, but Shaheed provided Seattle's hope with a 58-yard punt return. Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a successful conversion forced the contest into an extra period. Although Puka Nacua raced in for his second touchdown in overtime, Jaxon Smith-Njigba responded in kind to setup the game-winning conversion. Notable Stats Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with ninety-six yards and the crucial score. The 23-year-old now leads the NFL with 1,541 yards for the season. Nacua is runner-up with 1,367, after claiming a career-high 225 receiving yards on 12 receptions in this contest.