Sources: Nacua to undergo tests on knee; Rams’ initial belief is ACL in tact

The Rams do not believe Puka Nacua suffered a torn ACL, but the imaging Monday will tell more, sources said.

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Published: Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 10:35 PM

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Puka Nacua will undergo an MRI after injuring his knee against the Washington Commanders.
The Rams initially believe Nacua did not suffer a torn ACL on the late-game play.
Nacua caught 14 passes for 150 yards and a touchdown before sustaining the injury.

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Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua sustained a knee injury on the final offensive snap of Sunday's victory against the Washington Commanders. Nacua is scheduled to undergo an MRI on Monday, though sources report the team initially believes his ACL remains intact. The injury occurred when Nacua absorbed a hard hit after a five-yard carry.

Prior to the injury, Nacua caught 14 passes for 150 yards and a touchdown. Rams head coach Sean McVay also revealed that tight end Terrance Ferguson suffered a hamstring injury in Friday's practice, which is expected to sideline him for a couple of weeks.

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Sources: Nacua to undergo tests on knee; Rams’ initial belief is ACL in tact

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