In the fourth quarter, Williams connected with Cole Kmet for a 14-yard touchdown to tie the game at 17, capping a Bears rally and sending it to overtime. The Rams had their best offensive drive of the fourth quarter prior to that score to try to pull away. ⏱️🔥
Overtime saw Williams commit a costly interception that handed the ball back to the Rams and set up Harrison Mevis’ game-winning field goal. Former NFL analyst Emmanuel Acho criticized Williams, arguing that the turnover cost Chicago points and likely cost them the game, especially given the red-zone mistakes earlier. 💥🗨️
Matthew Stafford praised the defense for forcing turnovers and keeping the Rams in the game, emphasizing it as a team effort and noting that wins in January and February hinge on such plays. 🗣️💪
Bears head coach Ben Johnson credited the Rams for making more plays, acknowledging their execution and calling the result disappointing. He lauded his team’s belief all season but conceded LA deserved to advance to the NFC title after pulling ahead in overtime. 😞🏈
