Seahawks Outlast Rams in Overtime Thriller, Seize Control of NFC West and No. 1 Seed Race
Thursday night’s showdown between the Seahawks and Rams wasn’t just another primetime matchup-it was a heavyweight clash with serious playoff implications. Both teams entered at 11-3, and with just three games left in the regular season, every snap carried postseason weight. The game more than lived up to the billing, delivering late drama, bold coaching decisions, and a playoff-like intensity that reminded fans just how high the stakes are in December football.
In the end, it was Seattle walking away with a 38-37 overtime victory, clinching a playoff berth and taking a commanding step toward the NFC West title and the conference’s No. 1 seed. The win didn’t come easy.
After the Rams struck first in overtime with a touchdown on the opening drive, the Seahawks answered-and then made the kind of call that defines seasons. Instead of kicking the extra point to tie it, they went for two.
And they got it.
That two-point conversion wasn’t just a gutsy move-it was a statement. With the win, Seattle moves to 12-3, now holding a one-game lead over the Rams (11-4) with two games to play.
More importantly, the Seahawks now control their own destiny. Win out, and they secure a first-round bye and home-field advantage throughout the NFC playoffs.
Seattle’s remaining schedule includes matchups with the Panthers and 49ers-both teams with playoff motivations of their own. So it’s far from a cakewalk, but the Seahawks are in the driver’s seat.
Meanwhile, the Rams face the Falcons and Cardinals, two teams already eliminated from postseason contention. That gives L.A. a more favorable path on paper, but they’ll need help to reclaim the top spot in the NFC.
As it stands, the Bears and 49ers are still mathematically alive for the conference’s top seed, but like the Rams, they’ll need a few dominoes to fall their way. According to projections from Next Gen Stats, the Seahawks now hold a 53% chance of locking up the No. 1 seed. The Rams and 49ers sit at 21% each, reflecting both the tight race and the significance of Thursday night’s outcome.
This was more than just a late-season win-it was a playoff tone-setter. Seattle came through in the clutch, made the bold call, and now holds the inside track to the NFC’s top spot. With two weeks left, the margins are razor-thin, but the Seahawks just proved they’re ready for the pressure-and maybe more.