Overview
- Late on Sunday night, officials flagged Rams cornerback Josh Wallace for defensive pass interference after he appeared to intercept a Bo Nix pass near the sideline, the penalty nullified the turnover and kept Denver’s drive alive.
- Denver converted the penalty into a go-ahead score when Bo Nix punched in a 1-yard QB sneak with under a minute left to secure a 30-26 victory.
- Television replays and NBC rules analyst Terry McAulay said they saw Wallace make the play and questioned the flag, with many commentators and fans immediately criticizing the call.
- Broncos receiver Pat Bryant admitted he “sold it just a little bit,” and replay showed Bryant grabbing Wallace as they tumbled to the sideline, raising concerns about intentional embellishment to draw flags.
- The game also featured 13 Rams penalties for 91 yards including multiple defensive calls on Denver’s final drive, and the episode is likely to renew debate about pass interference standards, review rules, and officiating consistency.