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Puka Nacua Named NFC Offensive Player of the Week After 170-Yard Performance

His blistering start makes him the only player with 500-plus receiving yards through the first four games in two different seasons.

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 28: Puka Nacua #12 of the Los Angeles Rams celebrates after a touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Indianapolis Colts at SoFi Stadium on September 28, 2025 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)
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Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua (12) grins broadly after defeating the Tennessee Titans 33-19 at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025. Denny Simmons-USA TODAY Sports

Overview

  • Through four games, Nacua has 42 receptions for 503 yards, leading the NFL in both categories.
  • He posted 13 catches for 170 yards and a touchdown in a 27-20 Week 4 win over the Colts as the Rams moved to 3-1.
  • Matthew Stafford threw for 375 yards and three touchdowns in the victory, underscoring his connection with Nacua.
  • The Rams highlighted his league-leading totals and weekly honor with a celebratory post on their official X account.
  • Betting markets have shifted with Nacua listed as an early Offensive Player of the Year favorite on FanDuel, and Los Angeles next hosts the 49ers on Thursday night.