Overview
- Los Angeles beat Chicago 20-17 in overtime on Harrison Mevis’ walk-off field goal, setting the stage for scrutiny of the postgame coach interaction.
- NBC’s primary broadcast did not clearly show the midfield exchange, prompting criticism from media figures and fans on social platforms.
- The NFL’s official accounts later posted a video showing Sean McVay and Ben Johnson shaking hands and speaking briefly in a respectful manner.
- Additional angles shared online likewise depicted a calm exchange, though some viewers said NBC aired a fleeting shot of the moment.
- Interest in the interaction followed Johnson’s recent ‘drive-by’ handshake with Matt LaFleur and his profane postgame remark, with McVay’s ties to the LaFleur coaching tree adding context.