Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay told reporters on Wednesday that wide receiver Puka Nacua (rib) "should be good to play" on Sunday in a big divisional matchup against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 10 despite injuring his rib in the Week 9 win over the New Orleans Saints, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. Nacua injured his ribs last weekend, but X-rays came back negative, and he's expected to be available to take on the Niners this weekend. If the 24-year-old third-year pass-catcher is active for Week 10, he'll be a must-start in all fantasy lineups. Nacua continues to be one of the most dynamic wideouts in the NFL, and he enters Week 10 action with 61 catches on a league-high 73 targets for 711 yards and three touchdowns across seven starts. In the overtime loss to San Fran on Oct. 2, Nacua had 10 grabs on 12 targets for 85 yards and a touchdown. UPDATE: Nacua was limited in practice on Wednesday.
Nov 5, 2025 5:18 PM EST
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua (rib) is scheduled to have a scan for the rib injury that he suffered in Sunday's blowout win over the New Orleans Saints, according to head coach Sean McVay. The Rams said on Sunday that Nacua could have come back into the game, but they were being overly cautious with the game already in hand. McVay said he feels "optimistic... in regard to where we're potentially heading." It sounds as though the Rams are expecting the 24-year-old to be ready for a big divisional game in Week 10 against the San Francisco 49ers, but we won't know for sure until later this week. Although Nacua was injured in Week 9, he still managed to produce for his fantasy managers before departing, catching seven of his eight targets for 95 yards and a touchdown in the 34-10 victory. If Nacua is active in Week 10, he'll be a must-start against San Fran's banged-up defense.
Nov 3, 2025 1:29 PM EST
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua (ribs) "got his ribs" during Sunday's Week 9 win over the New Orleans Saints, according to head coach Sean McVay. Nacua could have come back into the game -- presumably if the score were closer -- and is expected to be fine for next week's divisional battle with the San Francisco 49ers. Despite departing the game on Sunday, Nacua was still terrific with seven catches, 95 yards, and one touchdown. He remains a high-end WR1 in fantasy football, assuming he suits up next week. Fantasy managers should stay tuned to updates on Nacua's status within the Rams' practice reports from Wednesday through Friday.
Nov 2, 2025 7:29 PM EST
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua (chest) is currently considered questionable to return for Sunday's game against the New Orleans Saints. It appears Nacua suffered a chest injury during the second half of this contest. The Rams are already up multiple scores, so they might play it safe and hold out Nacua for the rest of the night. For now, fantasy managers should consider him day-to-day, but more information should be known soon. Before exiting, Nacua secured seven of his eight targets for 98 yards and a touchdown. Fantasy managers should check back for another update on his status.
Nov 2, 2025 6:21 PM EST
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua is immediately back in must-start territory as he returns from an ankle injury ahead of Week 9 against the New Orleans Saints. Nacua ranked as the overall WR1 entering Week 6, but he injured his ankle in that contest, missed Week 7, and was on bye last week. As a result, he has slipped down to the WR5 spot in PPR leagues. Despite the hiccup, Nacua should have no trouble bouncing back as one of the best receivers in fantasy football. His production when healthy was otherworldly, and he should quickly return to that level of play now that he's cleared to suit up. A clash with the Saints bodes well for Nacua, as New Orleans has allowed the ninth-most receiving touchdowns in 2025. He's a must-start WR1 in all leagues.
Nov 1, 2025 11:25 AM EST
Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay said wide receiver Puka Nacua (ankle) will play in Week 9 against the New Orleans Saints, per Gary Klein of the Los Angeles Times. Nacua missed the Rams' final game before their Week 8 bye due to a sprained ankle. When healthy, the 24-year-old has arguably been the NFL's best wide receiver this season. Across his first six games of 2025, Nacua recorded 54 catches for 616 yards and two touchdowns on 65 targets. He's been targeted at least 11 times in four out of six contests. Nacua profiles as a must-start fantasy wide receiver in a favorable Week 9 matchup against New Orleans.
Oct 31, 2025 3:50 PM EST
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua (ankle) said he feels "fantastic" and should be all ready to go for their Week 9 matchup against the New Orleans Saints, according to Sarah Barshop of ESPN. Nacua suffered a sprained ankle in their Week 6 win over the Ravens and missed the following week against the Jaguars, but had the Week 8 bye to fully recover. The star wide receiver was a limited participant in practice to open the week on Wednesday before being upgraded to a full participant on Thursday. Nacua was having an outstanding season before getting injured, recording the most catches by a player in the first five games in NFL history. Through six games, the 24-year-old has 54 catches on 65 targets for 616 yards and three total touchdowns, ranking as WR2 in PPR points per game. He is an elite WR1 for their Week 9 matchup against the Saints.
Oct 31, 2025 9:50 AM EST
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua (ankle) was upgraded to a full practice participant in Thursday's session, according to Adam Grosbard of the Los Angeles Daily News. Nacua was limited due to his ankle injury in Wednesday's practice, but his return to a full session on Thursday pretty much ensures that the Rams plan on him playing in Week 9 versus the visiting New Orleans Saints on Sunday at SoFi Stadium. The 24-year-old pass-catcher suffered an ankle injury in Week 6 and did not play in the Week 7 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars in London as a result. Nacua had last week's bye to rest up, and now it appears he's ready to return as the Rams' unquestioned WR1. He has been heavily targeted by quarterback Matthew Stafford again in 2025 and has been a top-five receiver in fantasy scoring despite missing a game due to injury. Get him back into your lineups this weekend.
Oct 30, 2025 6:59 PM EST
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua (ankle) will be limited in the first practice of the week on Wednesday, according to head coach Sean McVay. It will be the first time that Nacua has practiced with the team since suffering a low left-ankle sprain in the Week 6 win over the Baltimore Ravens. Nacua sat out in Week 7 in London against the Jacksonville Jaguars and had the bye last week to rest further. Although it's not official that the 24-year-old will be back in Week 9 versus the New Orleans Saints, he is trending in the right direction to be available on Sunday at SoFi Stadium. Despite having played in only six games so far in 2025, Nacua is still the WR5 in half-PPR scoring thanks to 54 receptions on 65 targets for 616 yards and two touchdowns. His 65 targets rank sixth among all wideouts. If Nacua is active this weekend, he's a must-start in all fantasy football setups.
Oct 29, 2025 5:42 PM EST
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua (ankle) is expected to practice on Wednesday and play in Week 9 against the New Orleans Saints on Sunday, according to head coach Sean McVay. Nacua injured his left ankle in the Week 6 win over the Baltimore Ravens and was held out for the team's Week 7 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars in London. The Rams were on their bye in Week 8, and it sounds like Nacua has made enough progress to be able to return this weekend against the Saints. If he is active, fantasy managers need to get the second-year wideout back into all starting lineups. Even with one fewer game played than many of the other receivers in the league, Nacua ranks as the WR5 in half-PPR scoring with 54 receptions on 65 targets for 616 yards and two touchdowns through six games played in 2025. Even with Davante Adams in town, quarterback Matthew Stafford looks Nacua's way more often than not when he drops back to pass.
Oct 27, 2025 3:17 PM EST
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua (ankle) has been ruled out for his team's Week 7 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars due to an ankle injury. However, head coach Sean McVay said he is "very optimistic about hopefully having (Nacua) back" following the Rams' Week 8 bye. Los Angeles will host the New Orleans Saints in Week 9. Nacua has been dominant through the first six weeks of the season, recording 54 catches for 616 yards and two touchdowns on 65 targets. In his absence against Jacksonville, the Rams will likely rely on Davante Adams, Jordan Whittington, and Tutu Atwell (hamstring) to fill the void at wide receiver. Once Nacua returns, he should once again provide must-start fantasy production.
Oct 17, 2025 3:25 PM EST
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest with the Jacksonville Jaguars at Wembley Stadium in London, according to The Athletic's Nate Adkins. Head coach Sean McVay left the door open for the star wideout to play, labeling him as day-to-day earlier in the week following his ankle injury in Week 6. However, Nacua won't suit up for the team's matchup this weekend, leaving teammates Davante Adams, Jordan Whittington, and Tutu Atwell (hamstring) as the team's primary pass-catchers in three-wide sets. Adams should assume the clear-cut WR1 role for the Rams, while Whittington and Atwell contend for the remaining looks not intended for running back Kyren Williams and tight end Tyler Higbee.
Oct 17, 2025 11:38 AM EST
ESPN's Sarah Barshop reports that Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua (ankle) was not seen at the portion of practice open to the media on Thursday. Head coach Sean McVay called Nacua day-to-day earlier this week after he injured his ankle in the Week 6 win over the Baltimore Ravens. Still, a second straight missed practice this week suggests that the Rams are leaning toward holding the star pass-catcher out of Sunday's game in London against the Jacksonville Jaguars. It makes sense for L.A., with its bye coming in Week 8. Nacua has one more day to get back on the field on Friday, but all signs are pointing to the Rams keeping him out until they play again in Week 9 against the New Orleans Saints. Fantasy managers should already be thinking about who to replace Nacua with in their lineups in Week 7. Davante Adams will operate as the WR1 if Nacua is inactive, with Jordan Whittington and Tutu Atwell (hamstring) also starting in three-wide sets.
Oct 16, 2025 2:54 PM EST
Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay said that wide receiver Puka Nacua (ankle) will not practice on Wednesday, according to Sarah Barshop of ESPN. Nacua is being considered day-to-day after injuring his left ankle in the team's Week 6 win over the Baltimore Ravens, but he is firmly up in the air to play in London in Week 7 versus the Jacksonville Jaguars. The fact that the 24-year-old isn't practicing on Wednesday is not a great sign, but he still has two days to get back on the field. It seems more likely that the Rams will hold the star wideout out of this weekend's game, with their bye coming in Week 8. We will continue to closely monitor Nacua's status, but fantasy managers should be preparing as if he won't suit up for their international game. If Nacua is out, Davante Adams will operate as the WR1, with Jordan Whittington and Tutu Atwell (hamstring) seeing an uptick in targets, too.
Oct 15, 2025 3:11 PM EST
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua (ankle) is a "long shot" to play in Week 7 against the Jacksonville Jaguars, per ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. The Rams have a bye in Week 8, so the team could prefer to get him two full weeks of rest before a potential return in Week 9. Nacua has recorded 54 catches for 616 yards and two touchdowns on 65 targets so far this season. Rams wide receiver Davante Adams should dominate from a target share perspective in Week 7 if Nacua is sidelined. Los Angeles could also get wideout Tutu Atwell (hamstring) back from a hamstring injury. Atwell and Jordan Whittington would both likely see an uptick in targets and playing time against the Jaguars if Nacua is out.
Oct 15, 2025 11:36 AM EST
Updating previous reports on Monday, Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay said that the team thinks wide receiver Puka Nacua (ankle) avoided a "long-term injury" in Sunday's Week 6 victory over the Baltimore Ravens, according to Sarah Barshop of ESPN. When deciding on when Nacua can return, McVay mentioned that the receiver's "style of play, the way and the nature at which he plays, that is something that does weigh into this." A report earlier on Monday suggested that Nacua was expected to miss some time, but McVay himself is calling him day-to-day and isn't ruling him out for Week 7 in London against the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Rams have their bye in Week 8, so the most likely scenario is that L.A. will hold Nacua out in Week 7 and hope to have him back for a Week 9 contest against the New Orleans Saints on Nov. 2. Fantasy managers should prepare for Nacua to miss at least one game. If Nacua doesn't play in London, Jordan Whittington and Tutu Atwell (hamstring) would be the next men up behind Davante Adams in the Rams' passing game.
Oct 13, 2025 12:24 PM EST
Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay reports that wide receiver Puka Nacua (ankle) is considered day-to-day after picking up an ankle injury in Sunday's 17-3 win against the Baltimore Ravens. Nacua left Week 6's matchup for a spell and was able to go back in, though he did not record another reception. McVay also noted that the wideout "felt pretty good" on Monday, but his status for their upcoming game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in London is uncertain. It's excellent news that the superstar wideout isn't expected to miss an extended period, but fantasy managers will need to keep an eye on his practice participation this week. Teammate Jordan Whittington picked up some extra snaps in the BYU product's absence, and would do so again if he weren't healthy enough to play in Week 7.
Oct 13, 2025 11:52 AM EST
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Puka Nacua (ankle) "suffered an ankle sprain that will likely cause him to miss time," according to Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo of NFL Network. Nacua was able to briefly return to his team's Week 6 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens after suffering the injury, but he recorded just two catches for 28 yards on three targets. The Rams will play the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 7 and then have their bye week in Week 8, so Nacua could potentially have two weeks of rest while missing just one game. The 24-year-old has arguably been the best wide receiver in the NFL this season, hauling in 54 catches for 616 yards and two touchdowns on 65 targets through six games. With Nacua sidelined and wide receiver Tutu Atwell (hamstring) battling a hamstring injury, Rams wideout Jordan Whittington could be the most likely candidate to step up as the team's WR2 alongside Davante Adams. Whittington had three catches for 23 yards on four targets in Week 6 and has 10 catches for 112 yards on 13 targets so far this season.
Oct 13, 2025 10:27 AM EST
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua (ankle) suffered an ankle injury during the first half of Sunday's Week 6 contest against the Baltimore Ravens. Head coach Sean McVay admitted that he doesn't know at this point whether Nacua will be ready to play against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the teams' Week 7 matchup in London. The star wide receiver was clearly limited by his injury this Sunday, catching just two of three targets for 28 yards. Of course, some of his reduced productivity could be attributed to the game script. Los Angeles had a comfortable lead over Baltimore for most of the game, so there wasn't much urgency or necessity to get Nacua heavily involved if he wasn't 100 percent. Fantasy managers should stay tuned to the Rams' injury reports from Wednesday through Friday to gain more clarity on his status. If he can't play against the Jaguars, Davante Adams would operate as Matthew Stafford's No. 1 target in the passing game.
Oct 12, 2025 4:21 PM EST
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua (foot) has returned to the lineup after previously exiting from his team's Week 6 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens, per Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. Nacua recorded two catches for 28 yards on three targets before leaving the game and will now have a chance to add to that total in the second half. Nacua has been one of the best wide receivers in the NFL so far this season, so his return to the field is a welcome sign for both the Rams and fantasy managers. Still, this foot issue for Nacua could be something to monitor coming out of Week 6.
Oct 12, 2025 3:01 PM EST
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