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Rams Edge Bears in Overtime to Reach NFC Title Game After Caleb Williams’ Daring Night

Chicago turns to an offseason emphasis on timing and ball security.

Overview

  • The Rams advanced to face the Seahawks after a 20-17 road win decided by Harrison Mevis’ 42-yard field goal in overtime.
  • Kamren Curl intercepted Caleb Williams in OT on a deep ball intended for DJ Moore, which Williams described as a route miscommunication.
  • Williams forced overtime with a fourth-and-4 touchdown to Cole Kmet that traveled 51.2 air yards with about a 17.8% completion probability, per NFL Next Gen Stats.
  • The Bears quarterback finished 23-of-42 for 257 yards with two touchdowns and three interceptions, posting a 59.3 passer rating.
  • Head coach Ben Johnson called the tying throw “ridiculous,” closing a season defined by an NFL-record seven wins when trailing in the final two minutes.