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Puka Nacua Vows Restraint After $25,000 Fine for Referee Criticism

Matthew Stafford publicly urged the star receiver to use his platform responsibly.

Overview

  • The NFL fined Nacua $25,000 for publicly criticizing officiating on a livestream and in a post following the Rams’ 38-37 overtime loss to the Seahawks.
  • Nacua told reporters the penalty "definitely hurt" and called it a lesson he intends to not repeat, saying he will manage his emotions better.
  • He previously apologized for making an antisemitic gesture during the same livestream, which drew statements of condemnation from the Rams and the league.
  • Stafford described Nacua as a valued teammate and said the receiver should channel his influence toward positive messages.
  • Los Angeles has clinched a playoff berth and continues to lean on Nacua’s Pro Bowl production, including an NFL-best 114 receptions and 1,592 yards that rank second.