Controversial pass interference call impacts Rams-Broncos game outcome
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 4:55 AM
Last updated Sep 28, 2026
In a tumultuous second half of the 'Sunday Night Football' matchup, the Broncos overcame a 16-point deficit against the Rams, fueled by a controversial defensive pass interference penalty. This call negated a potential interception by Rams' Josh Wallace, granting the Broncos a new set of downs from the 7-yard line. Following this, the Broncos scored a touchdown, contributing to a 30-26 victory. The penalty drew comparisons to a notorious call from the 2018 NFC Championship, involving the same coaches, Sean Payton and Sean McVay. The Rams attempted a comeback but were ultimately unable to secure a win.
- •Rams led 16 points before Broncos staged a comeback
- •Josh Wallace's interception was negated by a pass interference call
- •Penalty caused controversy among players and analysts
- •Broncos scored a touchdown after the penalty to win 30-26
- •Sean Payton and Sean McVay have history with controversial calls
- 4:55 AMCBS NFL — Controversial pass interference penalty sets up Broncos' game-winning touchdown against Rams
- 4:51 AMYahoo Sports — Controversial penalty on pick goes against Rams in loss to Broncos
- 3:58 AMYahoo Sports — Controversial pass interference penalty erases would-be Rams INT in massive 'SNF' turning point
"The Rams thought they had an interception. However, the officials called defensive pass interference and a Denver drive continued.
"The Broncos' "Sunday Night Football" win was aided by a pair of Rams penalties, including a controversial pass interference call.
"The penalty negated an interception, which could have effectively sealed a Rams victory
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External links- CBS NFLSep 28, 2026, 4:55 AMControversial pass interference penalty sets up Broncos' game-winning touchdown against Rams
The penalty negated an interception, which could have effectively sealed a Rams victory
- Yahoo SportsSep 28, 2026, 4:51 AMControversial penalty on pick goes against Rams in loss to Broncos
The Rams thought they had an interception. However, the officials called defensive pass interference and a Denver drive continued.
- Yahoo SportsSep 28, 2026, 3:58 AMControversial pass interference penalty erases would-be Rams INT in massive 'SNF' turning point
The Broncos' "Sunday Night Football" win was aided by a pair of Rams penalties, including a controversial pass interference call.
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