Packers catch a Puka Nacua-sized break ahead of Thanksgiving Eve clash vs. Rams

The Green Bay Packers suddenly won't have to worry about Los Angeles Rams star wide receiver Puka Nacua in Week 12.

By Lior Lampert · Lombardi Ave

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 12:00 PM

Key Things to Know

Puka Nacua is expected to miss at least four games, including the Thanksgiving Eve clash with Green Bay.
Rams head coach Sean McVay confirmed Nacua suffered MCL and PCL sprains alongside turf toe.
Lombardi Ave argues Nacua's absence gives the Packers a major advantage amid their own injury concerns.

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Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua is expected to land on injured reserve after suffering right MCL and PCL sprains along with turf toe during a 20-13 victory over the Washington Commanders. The injury sidelines Nacua for at least four games, ruling him out of the upcoming Thanksgiving Eve matchup against the Green Bay Packers.

Lombardi Ave highlights that Nacua's absence provides a major advantage to Green Bay, particularly as the Rams are already missing injured wideout Davante Adams. The Packers also face their own roster issues, with running back Josh Jacobs likely unavailable due to surgery on a broken finger.

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