Seahawks vs. Rams, Week 18: Live game updates, highlights, score summary, recap

Seattle must win in order to have a chance at the playoffs.

The Seattle Seahawks (8-8) are on the cusp of the playoffs, but they can’t do it all by themselves. First they must beat the Los Angeles Rams (5-11) at home to close out the regular season, then they need to scoreboard watch and hope the Detroit Lions can either defeat or tie the Green Bay Packers. If these outcomes materialize, Seattle is in the playoffs. If the Seahawks lose, they are automatically out. If they tie… they’re as good as out, and would need the Packers and Lions to also tie. Just win, baby!

This article is a full summary of the game, with a complete recap coming upon the conclusion of the contest. Consider this post more like a running commentary separate from the game threads (which is where you are still supposed to comment during the games), and refreshing the page will produce updates.

1st Quarter

The Seahawks started the game on offense and Geno Smith was immediately intercepted by Jalen Ramsey, who returned the ball to Seattle’s 11. He was looking for DK Metcalf and found the All-Pro corner. The Seahawks defense was at least able to hold the Rams to a field goal by Matt Gay. 3-0 Rams.

Seattle’s second offensive possession was dominated by effective running, including a 27-yard run by DeeJay Dallas from the wild cat formation. The next snap with wild cat saw Geno false start, which put them behind the sticks in the red zone and they didn’t recover. Geno’s end zone throw to DK Metcalf was broken up and Jason Myers tied it up at 3-3.

Baker Mayfield was sacked twice on the next Rams series, once by Coby Bryant and once by Bruce Irvin. A big punt return by DeeJay Dallas put the Seahawks in Rams territory. Once again the Seahawks got into the red zone but needed to settle for a field goal. 6-3 Seahawks.

2nd Quarter

A huge 3rd and 1 run by Cam Akers put the Rams into Seahawks territory. Thankfully, Boye Mafe sacked Mayfield on 3rd down to force another field goal. Matt Gay converted from 45 yards out. 6-6.

Both teams punted on their ensuing possessions, with a theme of bad penalties putting struggling offenses behind the sticks in rainy conditions. Smith was fortunate not to be intercepted on a 3rd and 2 throw right into the arms of Quentin Lake, but he dropped it. Incomplete instead of an interception and a fumble and Seahawks recovery.

Even with bad field position, the Rams marched down the field in just nine plays. They went 87 yards, including a 3rd and 10 conversion to Tyler Higbee on a screen. Sean McVay’s creative run game hurt the Seahawks some more and Tutu Atwell put LA ahead with an 11-yard reverse touchdown. 13-6 Rams.

3rd Quarter

4th Quarter

Scoring Summary

1st Quarter: Matt Gay 22-yard field goal – SEA 0, LAR 3

1st Quarter: Jason Myers 37-yard field goal – SEA 3, LAR 3

2nd Quarter: Jason Myers 36-yard field goal – SEA 6, LAR 3

2nd Quarter: Matt Gay 45-yard field goal – SEA 6, LAR 6

2nd Quarter: Tutu Atwell 11-yard touchdown run – SEA 6, LAR 13

Seahawks Injury Report

CB Tariq Woolen suffered an ankle injury in the 2nd quarter.

Next Week’s Opponent

TBD. It’s either the offseason or the NFC #2 seed. Stay tuned!