Overview
- Puka Nacua was inactive for the Rams’ Week 3 game Sunday, marking his second consecutive missed game after he aggravated a groin issue in the season opener.
- League sources and ESPN’s Adam Schefter report the problem is primarily a groin injury that has reduced Nacua’s explosiveness even though he remains functionally able to play.
- Head coach Sean McVay said the Rams expect a possible return by Week 4 if there is no setback, but the team has not ruled out surgery if progress stalls.
- Los Angeles adjusted its offense in Nacua’s absence with Davante Adams and multiple tight ends taking on bigger roles, and the club is testing depth across the receiver room.
- Commentary has linked Nacua’s contract status and off-field attention to return decisions, a discussion that could affect how cautiously the team manages his playing time and roster moves.