🔗 Share this article Seahawks Secure Play-off Berth with Thrilling Extra Time Victory over Rams. Tight end Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for Seattle. Seattle engineered a stunning fightback to defeat the 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 emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth straight win. While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month absence. With this result, the Seattle now lead their Conference race with a twelve and three record, supplanting the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an 11-4 record. Game Recap Signal-caller Sam Darnold threw two picks but regrouped to make two scoring throws, including the second TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period. The Rams held a 13-7 advantage at half-time before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side. Los Angeles defensive back Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for a big return, leading to a short score by Corum on the ensuing snap. In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a spectacular return for a score. Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a successful two-point play forced the game into overtime. Although Puka Nacua scored for his second touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the decisive score. Notable Performances Smith-Njigba finished with 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, after claiming a career-high two hundred twenty-five yards on twelve receptions in this game.
Tight end Saubert made the game-winning two-point play for Seattle. Seattle engineered a stunning fightback to defeat the 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 emerged victorious by a single point at home, notching their fifth straight win. While the Los Angeles had already secured a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a 24-month absence. With this result, the Seattle now lead their Conference race with a twelve and three record, supplanting the Los Angeles, who dropped to the fifth playoff position with an 11-4 record. Game Recap Signal-caller Sam Darnold threw two picks but regrouped to make two scoring throws, including the second TD to star receiver Smith-Njigba in the extra period. The Rams held a 13-7 advantage at half-time before Kenneth Walker III broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for the home side. Los Angeles defensive back Wallace then took back Darnold's initial interception for a big return, leading to a short score by Corum on the ensuing snap. In the fourth quarter, a scoring pass from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the Rams' lead to 30-14, but Rashid Shaheed ignited Seattle's comeback with a spectacular return for a score. Darnold then found Barner in the endzone, and a successful two-point play forced the game into overtime. Although Puka Nacua scored for his second touchdown in overtime, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to set up the decisive score. Notable Performances Smith-Njigba finished with 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, after claiming a career-high two hundred twenty-five yards on twelve receptions in this game.