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Rams' Last-Minute Gamble Falls Short Against Seahawks

1/30/2026

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In the NFC Championship, the Los Angeles Rams faced a fourth-down with 4:59 remaining, trailing by four.
Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford's pass to the end zone was incomplete.
Rams coach Sean McVay said the Seahawks benefited from luck, and their defense was not designed to rely on it.
Seahawks linebacker DeMarcus Lawrence explained the Rams' back moved quickly, signaling a change.
The improvisation prevented a potential go-ahead touchdown for the Rams.

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In the NFC Championship, the Los Angeles Rams faced a fourth-down with 4:59 remaining, trailing by four.
Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford's pass to the end zone was incomplete.
Rams coach Sean McVay said the Seahawks benefited from luck, and their defense was not designed to rely on it.
Seahawks linebacker DeMarcus Lawrence explained the Rams' back moved quickly, signaling a change.
The improvisation prevented a potential go-ahead touchdown for the Rams.