The NFL postseason kicked off yesterday with a day full of drama, where the favorites had to sweat until the final second to avoid elimination. Both the Los Angeles Rams and the Chicago Bears pulled off memorable comebacks to secure their spots in the Divisional Round.

Stafford and the Rams Survive in Charlotte

In the opening game, the Los Angeles Rams defeated the Carolina Panthers 34–31 in a matchup that defied all predictions. Although the Rams started with a 14–0 lead, young star Bryce Young led a valiant Carolina comeback, taking a 31–27 lead with less than three minutes remaining on the clock.

However, Matthew Stafford’s experience proved decisive. The veteran quarterback orchestrated a 71-yard offensive drive that ended with a 19-yard touchdown pass to tight end Colby Parkinson, silencing Bank of America Stadium with just 38 seconds left. With this victory, Stafford surpassed Kurt Warner as the Rams’ all-time leader in postseason passing yards. 

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Miracle at Soldier Field: Bears Eliminate Packers

The night ended with one of the biggest surprises in recent Chicago Bears history. The Bears defeated the Green Bay Packers 31–27 after overcoming an 18-point halftime deficit.

Rookie sensation Caleb Williams showed why he was the first overall pick. After a shaky first half in which Chicago trailed 21–3, Williams took control of the game, throwing two touchdown passes in the final quarter. The decisive moment came with 1:43 remaining, when he connected with D.J. Moore on a 25-yard strike to take the lead. Chicago’s defense held strong, stopping Jordan Love on his final attempt and unleashing euphoria in a freezing Soldier Field. 

The table is set, and the road to Super Bowl LX is just starting to heat up. After yesterday’s action, it’s clear that in the NFL, there are no small opponents and no guaranteed advantages.

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