The Ringer NFL Show Game of the Year! Seahawks' Stunner Over Rams Flips NFC Playoff Race
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Dec 19, 2025 Jackson Bevins, a seasoned NFL podcaster and Seahawks fan, joins to dissect the electrifying Seahawks victory over the Rams. They evaluate Sam Darnold's dramatic performance and how his game-changing plays influence the team's playoff trajectory. The duo debates the decision to go for two in overtime and analyzes the Rams' special teams woes, which proved costly. Ultimately, they explore the shifting landscape of the NFC playoff race, suggesting the Seahawks could emerge as the top seed amid a wild season.
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Single Drive Changes Narrative
- Sam Darnold's overtime drive radically altered perceptions about his ceiling and clutch ability.
- Big moments change narratives and can reshape team confidence heading into January.
Fan Confession After Rollercoaster
- Jackson Bevins describes eating 'a couple spoonfuls of crow' after Darnold's heroics.
- He says the overtime possession was the best of Darnold's career and changed his view of the quarterback.
Go For Two When Tie Hurts Tiebreakers
- Go for two in late overtime when a tie doesn't help season tiebreakers.
- Consider game theory: limited time, exhausted defense, and tiebreaker losses justify aggressive decisions.