Matthew Stafford’s Sunday night ended with a brutal loss for the Rams, and one controversial call had the football world buzzing after Denver’s 30-26 win over Los Angeles.
That debate got a big assist from Jason Kelce, who broke down the pass interference penalty on the latest episode of the “New Heights” podcast. Kelce focused on the play against Rams cornerback Josh Wallace and argued that Broncos wide receiver Pat Bryant’s body language gave away what was happening.
“I’m dead serious! I’m over on the flops.
I hate the fact that Bryant flailed his wrist, he went limp wrist. If you go limp wrist on a football field, you don’t get a call!
That should be the NFL’s official stance: Limp wrist, no call! You’ve negated the call!”
Kelce said on "New Heights."
Matthew Stafford’s wife, Kelly, clearly enjoyed the clip and agreed with Kelce’s point, posting, "Not the limp wrist (laughing/crying emojis)."
The penalty came with less than two minutes left, when the Broncos were trailing by three. Bryant later said he did exaggerate his movements to draw the pass interference flag, and Denver finished the drive with the game-winning touchdown.
Kelly Stafford also had a more personal sideline presence in Denver. She shared photos from the trip on Instagram, giving a look at the family flight, a pregame moment with Matthew, and the view from their seats.
In her caption, she wrote, "Sharing this experience and life with you is my favorite ❤️,"
The Staffords have four daughters: 9-year-old twins Chandler and Sawyer, 8-year-old Hunter and 6-year-old Tyler.
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