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“Protect this man from Achilles ‘ injury”: NFL fans react to Puka Nacua being cleared to play in Rams vs. Raiders after calf issue

Puka Nacua's availability for the Los Angeles Rams' Week 7 game against the Las Vegas Raiders was thrown into doubt after he injured his calf during Thursday's practice and was unable to finish the se…

By Habib Timileyin · Sportskeeda

Published: Sunday, 25 October 2026 at 5:12 PM

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Fans voiced concern over potential Achilles injuries after Puka Nacua was cleared to play against the Raiders.
Nacua suffered a calf injury during Thursday's practice session and could not finish the workout.
The Los Angeles Rams wide receiver's availability had previously been in doubt for the Week 7 game.

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NFL fans voiced concern after Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua was cleared to play against the Las Vegas Raiders. Nacua's status for the Week 7 matchup had been in question following a calf issue suffered during practice.

The wideout reportedly injured his calf during a Thursday practice session and was unable to finish the workout. Despite the setback, he received clearance to take the field, prompting fans to urge caution regarding potential Achilles injuries.

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