Eagles Rally to Overcome Rams After Late Blocked Field Goal Touchdown

The Los Angeles Rams suffered a devastating 33-26 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles despite leading 26-7 early in the third quarter, raising concerns about their ability to close out games against tough opponents. The Rams' offense stalled in critical moments, converting only 3 of 10 third downs and settling for field goals instead of touchdowns, while their defense collapsed in crunch time, allowing the Eagles to score 26 unanswered points. A pivotal moment came when Eagles defensive tackle Jordan Davis blocked a potential game-winning 44-yard field goal by Rams kicker Joshua Karty and returned it for a touchdown, sealing the Eagles' comeback and shocking bettors who had favored the Rams. The game also featured controversy over a third-quarter catch by Rams receiver Puka Nacua, which was initially reported as overturned but later confirmed as a completion, highlighting ongoing ambiguities in NFL replay assist protocols. Additionally, Nacua was penalized for taunting for a celebration that he stated was consistent with previous plays and similar to actions by Eagles receiver A.J. Brown, pointing to inconsistencies in officiating. This loss not only impacted the Rams' record but also became one of the most notable bad beats of the NFL betting season due to the dramatic final play.