Update (Monday): Sean McVay He told reporters on Monday. Puka Nacua could be headed to injured reserve with MCL and PCL sprains and a toe injury.
Puca Nacua had a monster game for the Los Angeles Rams in Sunday’s 20-13 win over the Washington Chiefs. The wide receiver hauled in 14 passes for 150 yards and a touchdown, and added another 20 yards on rushing attempts as the Rams moved over .500 on the season.
But for now, Los Angeles is holding its collective breath, as Nacua is scheduled for an MRI after injuring his knee on the Rams’ final offensive play.
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Naqua suffered a knee injury on the Rams’ last drive and will undergo an MRI on Monday to “determine the extent of the injury.” Schefter and Mike Garafolo said the team “doesn’t believe he suffered a torn ACL,” but “Monday’s performance will tell.”
You can watch the final offensive prologue here:
The game hinged on Nacua’s two rushing attempts on the play, a late-round pattern held for a short advantage. Nacua gets up after the challenger, but is sidelined by Ginger.
Los Angeles will play the Arizona Cardinals in Week 10, the week before in Week 11. Their next game is the new “Thanksgiving Eve” contest against the Green Bay Packers on Wednesday, November 25th.
Note: This is a developing story and will be updated.