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Several NFL games yesterday produced decisive results that tightened the playoff picture and set up key matchups in the days ahead, according to the league and team statements. Contests played across multiple U.S. cities featured late touchdowns, critical defensive stops and postseason implications as clubs fought to extend their seasons.
In one nationally watched matchup, the Chicago Bears secured a postseason victory with a fourth-quarter surge, erasing a multi-score deficit and advancing in the NFC bracket. Team officials credited disciplined execution and defensive adjustments after halftime for the turnaround.
Elsewhere, the Los Angeles Rams sealed their win with a late scoring drive, capitalizing on field position created by a defensive takeaway. The Rams said postgame that clock management and red-zone efficiency proved decisive in the closing minutes.
Additional NFL games yesterday saw narrow margins across both conferences, with several outcomes finalized in the final two minutes of regulation. League data showed multiple lead changes in the fourth quarter, underscoring the high-pressure nature of postseason football.
The results confirmed the remaining field for the next round of the playoffs, with kickoff times and venues expected to be announced following the conclusion of the weekend slate, the National Football League said.
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