Los Angeles – After a breakout performance that helped the Rams move above .500, wide receiver Puka Nacua was forced to leave the field with a knee injury on the final offensive play of the 20‑13 win over the Washington Commanders.
Game highlights
Nacua caught 14 passes for 150 yards and a touchdown, and added 20 rushing yards on two end‑around attempts. His production was a key factor in the Rams’ first victory of the season that pushed the team into winning territory.
Injury details
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Nacua was tackled on the last snap of the fourth quarter. He got up immediately after the hit but walked off the field cautiously. The team will send him for an MRI on Monday to determine the extent of the injury. Schefter and NFL insider Mike Garafolo said the Rams do not believe he suffered a torn ACL, but the imaging will provide a definitive answer.
Upcoming schedule
The Rams next travel to Arizona to face the Cardinals in Week 10, followed by a bye week in Week 11. Their next home game will be the league’s new “Thanksgiving Eve” matchup on Wednesday, November 25, against the Green Bay Packers.
What fans should know
Rams head coach Sean McVay praised Nacua’s effort, noting that the young receiver’s performance was a bright spot for the offense. While the team hopes the injury is not serious, they are preparing for the possibility that Nacua could miss time. Fans are encouraged to stay tuned for updates after the MRI results are released.
This story will be updated as more information becomes available.
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