Sean McVay regrets play call in Rams' overtime loss to Bills
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 13, 2026, 4:26 AM
Last updated Oct 13, 2026

Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay expressed regret over his conservative play call during overtime in their game against the Buffalo Bills on October 12, 2026. With a chance to convert on third-and-5 from the Bills' 30-yard line, McVay opted for a run that gained no yards, leading to a blocked field goal attempt by Harrison Mevis. The Bills subsequently won the game on their next possession. McVay acknowledged that he should have made a better call and signaled a potential evaluation of the kicking situation moving forward.
- •Rams hosted the Bills on October 12, 2026.
- •McVay chose a run play on critical third down.
- •Mevis' field goal attempt was blocked.
- •Bills scored on the ensuing drive to win.
- •McVay may evaluate the team's kicking options.
- 4:26 AMYahoo Sports — Sean McVay regrets one pivotal play call vs. Bills: 'I'm sick right now'
"Rams coach Sean McVay regrets settling for the long field goal in overtime instead of being more aggressive on third down.
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