Before Broncos’ frantic finish, calamitous mid-game sequence set Sean Payton’s team up for failure

Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) fumbles the ball after being hit by Washington Commanders linebacker Jamin Davis (52) during the first half of the game at Empower Field at Mile High on Sept. 17, 2023, in Denver. The Denver Broncos took on the Washington Commanders during week 2 of the NFL season. (Photo by RJ Sangosti/The Denver Post)Mary made good on the Broncos’ prayer request Sunday.

Brad Rogers’ officiating crew delivered no such intervention on an equally imperative two-point conversion attempt.

Denver’s Week 2 fate hung in the balance as Russell Wilson’s last-play, Hail Mary rainbow caromed twice and landed in the waiting arms of Brandon Johnson in the end zone. It was…