Rams coach Sean McVay says NFL admitted pass interference call error
Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay stated on Wednesday that the National Football League informed him officials made a significant error in the team's Week 3 loss to the Denver Broncos. The league reportedly acknowledged that Rams defensive back Josh Wallace should not have been flagged for defensive pass interference during the final minute of the game. McVay said the communication indicated the call "almost certainly" cost the Rams the contest, though the NFL did not immediately respond to a request for written confirmation of that admission. The penalty negated what would have been a potential interception with 1:09 remaining, at which point the Rams led 26-23. Instead, the flag gave the Broncos a first-and-goal opportunity at the Los Angeles 7-yard line. Denver converted on a touchdown six plays later, securing a 30-26 victory. The play involved contact between Wallace and Broncos wide receiver Pat Bryant. Referee Bill Vinovich's crew made the call, which effectively decided the game's outcome in the closing seconds. Despite the acknowledged mistake, the NFL is not awarding the Rams any competitive advantage; the Rams retain the loss in the standings, and the Broncos keep their win. The incident drew attention to NBC broadcaster Terry McAulay, who stated on air immediately after the play that he saw no interference and disagreed with the on-field officials.
Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay stated on Wednesday that the National Football League informed him officials made a significant error in the team's Week 3 loss to the Denver Broncos. The league reportedly acknowledged that Rams defensive back Josh Wallace should not have been flagged for defensive pass interference during the final minute of the game. McVay said the communication indicated the call "almost certainly" cost the Rams the contest, though the NFL did not immediately respond to a request for written confirmation of that admission. The penalty negated what would have been a potential interception with 1:09 remaining, at which point the Rams led 26-23. Instead, the flag gave the Broncos a first-and-goal opportunity at the Los Angeles 7-yard line. Denver converted on a touchdown six plays later, securing a 30-26 victory. The play involved contact between Wallace and Broncos wide receiver Pat Bryant. Referee Bill Vinovich's crew made the call, which effectively decided the game's outcome in the closing seconds. Despite the acknowledged mistake, the NFL is not awarding the Rams any competitive advantage; the Rams retain the loss in the standings, and the Broncos keep their win. The incident drew attention to NBC broadcaster Terry McAulay, who stated on air immediately after the play that he saw no interference and disagreed with the on-field officials.
Filed by the newsroom of MarketPR on October 4, 2026. Source: foxnews.com. Indicative figures are not investment advice.