The Los Angeles Rams survived a dramatic final-minute play by Caleb Williams to beat the Chicago Bears 20-17 on Sunday night and advance to the NFC championship game. Harrison Mevis delivered a 42-yard field goal in overtime after Kam Curl intercepted a deep throw by Williams on the Bears’ first possession of the extra period. Matthew Stafford helped set up the game-winning kick with a 16-yard pass to Puka Nacua, moving the Rams into field-goal range. Known as the “Thiccer Kicker,” Mevis was celebrated by his teammates as the crowd fell silent following the final kick. Los Angeles will travel to face NFC West rival Seattle next Sunday. This marks the Rams’ first trip to the conference championship since their 2021 Super Bowl-winning season. The game’s climax came after Los Angeles led 17-10 in the final minute. The Bears faced fourth-and-four from the 14-yard line when Williams, backpedaling to avoid pressure, launched a 51.2-yard throw to Cole Kmet for the tying touchdown with just 18 seconds left, according to NFL Next Gen Stats. The play, officially recorded as a 14-yard completion, sent the game into overtime and left fans stunned. “It was crazy,” Stafford said. “It was back and forth. We didn’t play our best on offense. Our defense dominated the game. It was unbelievable to watch. Hell of a play on fourth down by Caleb to get his team to overtime. And just glad we got the ball back.” Despite Williams’ heroics, he was intercepted three times in the game. He finished 23 of 42 for 257 yards, including a touchdown pass to Moore. D’Andre Swift ran for 76 yards, giving the Bears key yardage, but the team fell short in the end. Stafford completed 20 of 42 passes for 258 yards and endured four sacks. Nacua contributed 56 receiving yards after a 111-yard performance in the Rams’ wildcard win over Carolina. Kyren Williams added 87 rushing yards and two touchdowns, helping secure the victory. The Bears, under first-year coach Ben Johnson, had stunned fans with a series of unlikely wins during the season. However, they were unable to overcome the Rams’ resilience in Sunday’s overtime thriller. The interception by Kam Curl proved decisive, as it gave the Rams a final chance to close out the game. For the Rams, the victory reinforced their status as a championship contender in the NFC. Their defense dominated key moments, limiting the Bears’ explosive plays and keeping pressure on Williams throughout the game. Los Angeles’ combination of veteran leadership from Stafford and emerging talent like Nacua and Kyren Williams proved enough to withstand the late-game drama. The NFC championship matchup against Seattle will test the Rams further. Facing a division rival in a high-stakes game, Los Angeles will aim to replicate their 2021 success and earn another trip to the Super Bowl. Stafford’s ability to manage pressure, combined with a strong supporting cast, will be crucial in the upcoming clash. Sunday’s game highlighted the drama and unpredictability of the NFL playoffs. Williams’ last-minute heroics reminded fans why football is often decided by a single play. While the Bears fell short, their performance showed promise for the future under Johnson, with young players gaining valuable postseason experience. The Rams, meanwhile, move forward with confidence, knowing they survived one of the most thrilling games of the season. Their victory not only earns them a spot in the NFC championship but also signals that Los Angeles remains a serious contender for another deep playoff run.