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Rams Edge Bears in OT to Reach NFC Title Game vs. Seahawks

The win sets up an NFC title game at Seattle one step from the Super Bowl.

Overview

  • Kicker Harrison Mevis converted the winning overtime field goal, with reports differing on the distance between 42 and 54 yards.
  • Chicago forced overtime on Caleb Williams’ deep strike to Cole Kmet with 18 seconds remaining.
  • Los Angeles intercepted Williams three times, including an overtime pick that set up the decisive kick, as Cobie Durant grabbed two in regulation.
  • Matthew Stafford threw no touchdown passes and was sacked three times as both offenses struggled in snow, wind and sub-freezing temperatures at Soldier Field.
  • Kyren Williams scored both Rams touchdowns on the ground, and Los Angeles now faces Seattle for a third meeting after the Seahawks’ 41–6 rout of San Francisco.