Broncos WR Admits He 'Sold' Controversial Pass Interference Call
Pat Bryant's comments add fuel to the fire for the Los Angeles Rams, who are still reeling from their loss.
Denver Broncos wide receiver Pat Bryant has admitted that he "sold" the controversial pass interference call that contributed to the Los Angeles Rams' 30-26 defeat on Sunday night. The penalty occurred in the fourth quarter and negated an interception by Rams cornerback Josh Wallace, a play that would have likely sealed the victory for Los Angeles.
Bryant stated that while Rams cornerback Josh Wallace did make contact, he exaggerated the impact to draw the flag. "It was a little pass interference. I did sell it just enough, you know what I’m saying, to get the flag," Bryant said. He also noted that Wallace "definitely gave me a little nudge that I felt. I felt like I couldn’t get the ball, so it was either the ball or the call. And we ended up getting the call."
He further explained that the shove from Wallace was significant enough that it could have been called illegal contact or pass interference. "He definitely gave me a shove," Bryant said of Wallace. "Once they give you that push, it’s either illegal contact or pass interference. I know that’s the biggest thing going around social media right now. I can’t even open my social media without seeing the video. But it’s something that a lot of people do in this league, so kinda used it to my advantage."
The Rams, now with a 1-2 record, are left to lament the costly penalty. The game saw the Rams blow a 16-point halftime lead, ultimately falling to the Broncos.