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Seahawks Shock Rams in Overtime Thriller!
19 Dec
Summary
- Seahawks erased a 16-point deficit to win in overtime.
- Sam Darnold's two-point conversion sealed the 38-37 victory.
- The win places Seahawks atop NFC West and NFC standings.
The Seattle Seahawks achieved a dramatic 38-37 overtime victory against the Los Angeles Rams on Thursday Night Football, erasing a substantial 16-point deficit. Key special teams plays ignited the Seahawks' comeback, leveling the score at 30 and forcing overtime. In the extra period, a Puka Nacua touchdown put the Rams ahead, but Sam Darnold responded with a game-winning two-point conversion pass to Eric Saubert, securing the win for Seattle.
This pivotal victory elevated the Seahawks' record to 12-3, placing them in first place in the NFC West and the overall NFC standings. While the Rams dropped to 11-4, splitting the season series with Seattle, both teams remain in contention for top playoff seeds. The NFC West division race is intensifying, with potential implications for the coveted No. 1 seed in the conference.
The outcome has significant playoff ramifications, with the Seahawks now in a strong position for a top seed. The Rams, despite the loss, also maintain a strong record. Future matchups, particularly between the division rivals, will be crucial in determining the final NFC playoff picture and seeding as the regular season concludes.
