Overview
- NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports the Rams consider a long-term pact for Nacua a “big-time priority,” with potential to meet or exceed Ja’Marr Chase’s ~$40.25 million per-year benchmark.
- Nacua becomes eligible for an extension after the 2025 season, positioning negotiations for the 2026 offseason while he remains on his rookie contract.
- The third-year receiver followed a 7-catch, 167-yard, 2‑TD game vs. Arizona with 9 for 181 vs. Detroit to help clinch a playoff berth, totaling 336 yards over two games to match a Rams two-game mark last achieved by Torry Holt in 2003.
- Through Week 15 he has 102 receptions for 1,367 yards and six touchdowns, ranking second in the NFL in catches and yards, and he is reported to lead all receivers in NFL history in yards per game at 93.7.
- ESPN projects a likely record-setting extension for Nacua as the rising wideout market and an expected 2026 cap increase shape how high the Rams may go.