Overview
- The NFL told Rams coach Sean McVay on Thursday that the late defensive pass‑interference call on cornerback Josh Wallace should not have been made.
- That penalty gave the Broncos a first‑and‑goal and preceded Bo Nix’s touchdown that produced the 30‑26 final, leaving the Rams at 1–2 after Week 3.
- Los Angeles blew a 16‑0 halftime lead as its defense collapsed in the second half, showing too little pressure on Bo Nix and allowing multiple big plays and sacks.
- Key defensive additions have been unavailable or limited this season: Myles Garrett underwent knee surgery after early play and Aaron Donald has had minimal impact, so the pair have not played together.
- Receiver Puka Nacua remains sidelined with hip trouble and faces an ongoing legal allegation, and Sean McVay’s terse postgame remarks underline mounting scrutiny as the Rams prepare for Week 4.