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Rams Taking Cautious Approach With WR Puka Nacua

Puka Nacua missed Week 2 while dealing with a hip injury separate from the ailment which led to missed time late in training camp. The Rams wideout’s status for Week 3 is unclear at this point, but he will not…

Published: Thursday, 24 September 2026 at 2:03 PM
Rams Taking Cautious Approach With WR Puka Nacua
Key Things to Know
  • Puka Nacua's status for Week 3 is uncertain as he recovers from a hip injury.
  • Head coach Sean McVay clarified Nacua does not have a hernia and a long-term absence is unlikely.
  • Nacua was listed as a non-participant in Wednesday's estimated practice report.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Los Angeles Rams are taking a cautious approach with wide receiver Puka Nacua as he recovers from a hip injury. Nacua missed the team's Week 2 victory over the New York Giants, and his status remains unclear heading into their Week 3 matchup against the Denver Broncos.

Head coach Sean McVay clarified that Nacua is not dealing with a hernia and is unlikely to face a long-term absence. While Nacua was listed as a non-participant in Wednesday's estimated practice report, the Rams hope he can return to practice before the weekend.

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