Broncos rally past Rams 30-26 after disputed late penalty

The Denver Broncos rallied from a 16-point halftime deficit to beat the Los Angeles Rams 30-26 on Sunday, scoring the winning touchdown in the final minute after a disputed pass-interference penalty extended their last drive. The Rams had led 16-0 at halftime, but Denver mounted its comeback in the second half. Los Angeles regained the lead, 26-23, before a pass from Broncos quarterback Bo Nix intended for receiver Pat Bryant was intercepted by Rams cornerback Josh Wallace. Officials called Wallace for pass interference, wiping out the turnover and giving Denver a first down. The Broncos scored the go-ahead touchdown a few plays later, with 47 seconds remaining, according to a postgame account. The penalty drew criticism from former NFL defensive back Jason McCourty, who said the contact did not warrant a flag and objected to what he characterized as Bryant exaggerating the contact. The call was not reviewable, according to the account. The available reporting does not establish whether the officials made the correct decision, and the play’s merits remain disputed. The Rams had controlled the first half.