Who Should I Start? Puka Nacua or Matthew Golden

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Week 1 Projections

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Yds.		 Rush
TD		 Rec. Rec.
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TD
21.4 6.1 0.1 7.3 96.2 0.6

Puka Nacua News

Rams General Manager Declines to Speak on Puka Nacua's Contract Negotiations

Tuesday, August 4, 6:52 AM

While recently speaking with reporters, Los Angeles Rams general manager Les Snead declined to answer a question about wide receiver Puka Nacua's ongoing contract negotiations, saying, "We'll keep that between us." He did offer up that the first-team All-Pro is "in a great spot," following an offseason in which he drew headlines for some of his off-field antics. Nacua led the NFL with 129 receptions on his way to a WR1 finish in 2025, and when he's healthy and involved, he is one of fantasy's biggest difference-makers. The former fifth-round pick has seen his value grow year over year, and as RotoBaller's WR1, he belongs in the conversation for the first overall pick in 2026 drafts.

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Week 1 Projections

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TD		 Rec. Rec.
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9.0 2.7 0.0 3.2 41.8 0.2

Matthew Golden News

Matthew Golden's Toe Injury Not a Long-Term Concern

Sunday, August 9, 9:31 AM

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Matthew Golden (toe) is dealing with an injury, but head coach Matt LaFleur said Sunday that it is not considered a long-term concern, according to Matt Schneidman. No timetable has been given for Golden's return. The second-year receiver is expected to take on more responsibility after catching 29 passes for 361 yards across 14 games as a rookie. He finished the year with his best performance, posting four catches for 84 yards and his first NFL touchdown in Green Bay's playoff loss to Chicago. Romeo Doubs and Dontayvion Wicks are both gone, opening more opportunities for Golden alongside Christian Watson and Jayden Reed. The toe issue is worth watching during camp, particularly with Golden preparing for a much larger role in the Packers' passing game.

Puka Nacua vs. Matthew Golden

Still trying to decide between Nacua and Golden? Check on the latest news to make sure both players are active and healthy. Our PPR projections show that Puka Nacua is projected to score 21.4 points this week while Matthew Golden is projected to score 9.0 points.