Chicago Bears lose to Rams 20-17 in OT, can’t stop Mevis FG

Harrison Mevis kicked the game-winning 42-yard field goal in overtime to send the Los Angeles Rams past the Chicago Bears with a stunning 20-17 victory in the NFC Divisional Round. The Bears, who had dramatically tied the game on a miraculous Caleb Williams touchdown pass late in regulation, fell just short of reaching the championship game at Soldier Field.

Mevis Delivers Under Pressure in Freezing Chicago

Harrison Mevis remained calm when everything collapsed around him. The Rams kicker calmly approached the 42-yard field goal in the frozen Chicago air and drilled it straight through the uprights. Soldier Field erupted in silence as the Bears season came to a shocking end.

The kick capped an incredible back-and-forth battle between two determined franchises. Los Angeles had dominated most of the fourth quarter, but Caleb Williams led an improbable comeback that forced overtime. Yet Mevis would have the final say.

Williams’ Incredible TD Pass Keeps Bears Alive

Caleb Williams threw for 2 touchdowns but also 3 interceptions in a wild, high-pressure playoff performance. With 18 seconds left in regulation, he uncorked a fade-away touchdown pass to tight end Cole Kmet while under heavy pressure. The fourth-down conversion sent Soldier Field into pandemonium.

Williams’ heroics kept Chicago alive after they trailed 17-10 late in regulation. His refusal to quit gave the Bears their best chance. Yet one critical overtime interception to Kam Curl handed the Rams the opportunity for glory.

Kyren Williams Dominates as Rams Control Game Flow

Metric	Kyren Williams	Bears Defense
Rushing Yards	117 yards	Limited gaps
Touchdowns	2 scores	Struggled
Carries	21 attempts	Heavy load

Kyren Williams carried the Rams offense throughout the night with 21 carries for 117 yards and 2 touchdowns. His powerful running game wore down the Bears defense. Matthew Stafford managed the game effectively, keeping the pressure off a Rams secondary that faced constant Bears pressure.

“Rams shake off wild, late TD pass by Caleb Williams, beat Bears 20-17 in OT to reach NFC title game”

— ESPN, Game Recap

Chicago’s Season Ends in Heartbreak at Home

The Bears had defied expectations all season long with seven fourth-quarter comeback wins in the regular season. Their magical run included an NFC Wild Card triumph over the Green Bay Packers that sent fans into celebration. Yet Los Angeles proved too disciplined when it mattered most.

Chicago’s tough defense actually held Los Angeles to just 20 points despite playing on the road. Still, the Rams converted when they needed to. Kam Curl’s overtime interception proved the difference when Williams tried to attack deep downfield.

What Does This Loss Mean for the Chicago Bears?

Will Caleb Williams bounce back stronger next season after this crushing defeat? The rookie quarterback showed flashes of brilliance mixed with costly turnovers. His dramatic fourth-down touchdown proved he has composure under pressure, but the overtime interception raised questions about decision-making.

Chicago exceeded preseason expectations and built momentum with their playoff miracle over Green Bay. Coach Matt Eberflus has a young, talented roster to build upon. The Bears may have lost the battle, but their 2026 season showed clear progress and hope for the future.

Sources

• ESPN – Final box score, game statistics, and official recap of Rams vs Bears overtime victory
• Yahoo Sports – Game analysis and Caleb Williams post-game reaction coverage
• USA Today – Detailed breakdown of playoff implications and championship matchup details