Chicago Bears safety Jaquan Brisker, left, breaks up a pass intended for Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua during the first half of an NFL football divisional playoff game Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026, in Chicago. Credit: AP/Jeff Roberson

CHICAGO, IL. Before the Los Angeles Rams took on the Chicago Bears, I put forth five predictions for the contest. Let's see how the Rams did. 1. Matthew Staffor

Pro Football Focus released its game grades on Monday, showing how well (or poorly) everyone played for the Rams. Kevin Dotson, Kamren Curl, Kamren Kinchens and Omar Speights were by far the top performers, shining in Los Angeles' thrilling victory.

In the end, McVay was the victor, but it wasn't easy by any means. After the game ended with Rams kicker Harrison Mevis drilling the game-winning field goal to send Los Angeles to the NFC Championship game, McVay made sure to find Allen to deliver a message. "Hey, unbelievable job. You kicked our ass. Great job, man. A lot of respect for you."

Sometimes players have to do crazy things to get ready for a football game and Sunday's divisional round was no different for the Los Angeles Rams. Playing in Soldier Field in January is no easy task and can turn even the strongest of men into whiny little wimps.

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The play in the Broncos game was more controversial, as Denver defensive back Ja'Quan McMillian intercepted Josh Allen in overtime on a play that looked like it could have been ruled a Brandin Cooks catch. Denver scored the game-winning field goal on the ensuing possession, which only elevated the controversy surrounding the interception.

Before their win over the Bears, the Rams got to see the Seahawks beat the 49ers to advance to the Conference Championship.