Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay announced that wide receiver Puka Nacua is likely to be placed on injured reserve due to an MCL and PCL sprain in his right leg, along with turf toe. Nacua sustained the injuries during the Rams' final offensive snap in Sunday's victory over the Washington Commanders. The injuries occurred on third down while attempting to end the game with a conversion.
Nacua rushed for five yards but took a hard hit before walking off the field. He finished the game with 14 catches for 150 yards and a touchdown, having been targeted 19 times by Matthew Stafford. The Rams were already without Davante Adams, who suffered a hamstring injury in Week 6.
McVay expressed regret over the play design, stating he feels responsible for exposing Nacua to the hit. If Nacua goes on IR, he would miss games against the Arizona Cardinals, Green Bay Packers, Kansas City Chiefs, and San Francisco 49ers. Through seven games this season, Nacua leads NFL history with 70 receptions.
Since Week 4, he ranks first in the league in receptions and receiving yards. The Rams are 5-4 with the toughest remaining strength of schedule in the NFL.
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