Broncos' Wilson to play vs. Rams after 1-game absence

Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson will play Sunday against the Los Angeles Rams, head coach Nathaniel Hackett said Wednesday, according to Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic.

The Broncos elected to rule Wilson out of last Sunday's game against the Arizona Cardinals even though he cleared the concussion protocol. He suffered the injury in the Week 14 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.

Brett Rypien started in Wilson's place against the Cardinals and led the Broncos to a 24-15 victory. He totaled 197 passing yards with one touchdown and interception.

Wilson has endured a turbulent first season in Denver. The nine-time Pro Bowler won just three of his 12 starts and threw for 11 touchdowns to six interceptions. His 85.0 passer rating is the lowest of his 11-year career.

The Broncos and Rams are at the bottom of their respective divisions with identical 4-10 records.

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