π Share this article Seattle Seahawks Secure Postseason Spot with Nail-biting Overtime Victory over Rams. Receiver Saubert executed the decisive two-point play for Seattle. Seattle engineered a remarkable fightback to overcome the Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs. Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad triumphed by a single point at home, registering their fifth straight victory. While the Rams had become the first to earn a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a two-year absence. With this result, the Seahawks have taken over their division's standings with a 12-3 record, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the fifth seed with an eleven and four record. Game Recap Quarterback Darnold had two picks but recovered to make two scoring throws, including the tying score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime. The visitors held a 13-7 lead at the break before Walker broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle. Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for a big return, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the next play. In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed provided Seattle's hope with a spectacular return for a score. Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play sent the contest into overtime. Although Puka Nacua scored for his another TD in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive score. Notable Stats Smith-Njigba finished with 96 receiving yards and the crucial score. The young star now leads the NFL with 1,541 receiving yards for the campaign. Nacua is second with 1,367, after claiming a career-high 225 yards on 12 receptions in this game.
Receiver Saubert executed the decisive two-point play for Seattle. Seattle engineered a remarkable fightback to overcome the Rams in overtime, clinching their spot in the NFL play-offs. Overcoming a 30-14 hole in the fourth quarter, the Seattle squad triumphed by a single point at home, registering their fifth straight victory. While the Rams had become the first to earn a post-season berth earlier on game day, the Seattle team booked their return to the play-offs after a two-year absence. With this result, the Seahawks have taken over their division's standings with a 12-3 record, replacing the Rams, who dropped to the fifth seed with an eleven and four record. Game Recap Quarterback Darnold had two picks but recovered to make two scoring throws, including the tying score to wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba in overtime. The visitors held a 13-7 lead at the break before Walker broke free for a 55-yard scoring dash for Seattle. Rams defensive back Josh Wallace then returned Darnold's first pick for a big return, leading to a one-yard touchdown by Blake Corum on the next play. In the fourth quarter, a touchdown from Matthew Stafford to Puka Nacua pushed the advantage to sixteen points, but Rashid Shaheed provided Seattle's hope with a spectacular return for a score. Darnold then found Barner in the end zone, and a successful two-point play sent the contest into overtime. Although Puka Nacua scored for his another TD in OT, Smith-Njigba answered in kind to setup the decisive score. Notable Stats Smith-Njigba finished with 96 receiving yards and the crucial score. The young star now leads the NFL with 1,541 receiving yards for the campaign. Nacua is second with 1,367, after claiming a career-high 225 yards on 12 receptions in this game.