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Puka Nacua Leaves Rams’ Win at Saints With Chest Injury, Later Clarified as Rib

Postgame, Sean McVay said the issue was a rib injury that was not expected to prevent a return.

Overview

  • Nacua was hurt on a third-quarter jet-sweep carry, went to the medical tent, and then to the locker room for evaluation.
  • The Rams listed him questionable to return with a chest injury during the game.
  • McVay said after the win that Nacua’s injury was to his ribs and that he could have gone back in if necessary.
  • Nacua logged seven receptions for 95 yards and a touchdown, plus one carry for three yards, before exiting.
  • In-game observations noted trainers checking his shoulder and one outlet claimed he briefly returned, but team guidance pointed to a rib issue and no return was required.