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Bears' Season Ends on OT Interception After Williams–Moore Miscommunication

Williams called the decisive overtime interception a miscommunication with D.J. Moore.

Overview

  • Rams safety Kamren Curl intercepted Caleb Williams early in overtime at the Los Angeles 22-yard line, setting up Harrison Mevis’ 42-yard field goal to seal a 20-17 win.
  • Multiple replay angles showed D.J. Moore slow on his route, drawing widespread criticism from former players and analysts, including Chase Daniel and Terrell Owens.
  • Williams defended Moore, explaining he expected Moore to flatten the route while Moore continued vertically, and he later emphasized the need for better alignment on details.
  • Reports noted Moore was not in the locker room when media access began after the loss, adding to scrutiny following the season-ending play.
  • Williams finished 23-of-42 for 257 yards with two touchdowns and three interceptions, while Moore had five catches for 52 yards and a score; Moore’s sizable 2026 cap hit has fueled outside debate about his future in Chicago.