The Chicago Bears fell short this time. The team had come back from seven fourth-quarter deficits this season, and it looked as if they were enroute to their eighth before an interception in overtime all but sealed the win for the Rams.

Down 17-10 in the final minute, facing fourth and four, Williams scrambled and found Cole Kmet for the tying touchdown with 18 seconds left, a throw that will go down as one of the plays of the year. Williams finished the game 23 of 42 for 257 yards, two touchdowns and three interceptions. The last interceptions proved costly, as the Rams marched into field-goal range and punched their tickets to the NFC Championship game against the Seattle Seahawks.

It was a successful season overall for the Bears. Caleb Williams, Luther Burden, and Colston Loveland have all taken major steps in their development. First-time head coach Ben Johnson came to Chicago and built a culture that made this team consistent and helped them keep their composure as the Bears made the playoffs for the first time since 2020.

Author: Dane Madoche (@FF_DaMaddog)