Puka Nacua injury update after Rams’ Week 9 win leaves concern for WR’s status

The Los Angeles Rams have an injury concern with wide receiver Puka Nacua following the Week 9 win over the Washington Commanders on Sunday.Late in the fourth quarter on the Rams’ final offensive snap, Nacua suffered a knee injury after a carry on third down. Nacua took a hard shot to his knee and was clearly shaken up after the play.According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter and NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo, Nacua is set to undergo an MRI on Monday to determine the severity of the injury.MORE: Best bets for Sunday Night Football in NFL Week 9Schefter says the belief is that Nacua didn’t suffer a torn ACL, but that doesn’t mean he won’t miss time.“All-Pro WR Puka Nacua suffered a knee injury on the Rams’ final offensive snap today, and will undergo an MRI on Monday to determine the extent of the injury, per Mike Garafolo and me,” Schefter reported. “The team does not believe he suffered a torn ACL, but the imaging Monday will tell more.”Here’s video of the play where Nacua got hurt.All-Pro WR Puka Nacua suffered a knee injury on the Rams’ final offensive snap today, and will undergo an MRI on Monday to determine the extent of the injury, per @MikeGarafolo and me. The team does not believe he suffered a torn ACL, but the imaging Monday will tell more. https://t.co/S264w2Fe0A— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) November 8, 2026Nacua’s injury came at the end of what was a monster day for him.The Rams wideout ripped off 150 yards and a touchdown on 14 catches while also adding two carries for 20 yards.Impact of Puka Nacua’s injuryLos Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua (12) runs off the field after a victory against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images via Reuters Connect (Reuters)It goes without saying the Rams can’t afford to lose Nacua, as he’s their top receiver and one of the very best in the NFL.Nacua missing time would be especially devastating fellow wide receiver Davante Adams already on the shelf with a hamstring injury.Adams suffered a ruptured hamstring in Week 6 and was initially given a six to 10 week timeline, but head coach Sean McVay said he would likely return on the shorter end.MORE: Bold predictions for Sunday Night Football NFL Week 9Even if that is the case, the earliest Adams figures to return is in Week 13.If Nacua is forced to miss an extended period of time, the Rams might have to dip into the trade market for another wide receiver.If so, Los Angeles will have until Tuesday at 4 p.m. ET to add some help.— Enjoy free coverage of the top news & trending stories with The Big Lead Newsletter —