Rams expect wide receiver Puka Nacua to be placed on injured reserve
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua is projected to miss at least four games after being placed on injured reserve, joining fellow receiver Davante Adams on the list.
Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay said on Monday that wide receiver Puka Nacua, who is dealing with MCL and PCL sprains as well as turf toe, is expected to be placed on injured reserve, which will keep him out for a minimum of four games. Nacua entered the season leading the team in all major receiving categories, with 70 catches for 715 yards and four touchdowns, plus 41 rushing yards and a rushing touchdown.
The move adds to the Rams' injury woes, as veteran receiver Davante Adams is already on injured reserve after a hamstring strain suffered in Week 6. McVay previously indicated Adams could miss six to ten weeks, with the earliest possible return against the Green Bay Packers in Week 12 on Nov. 25. Nacua could be eligible to return in Week 15 against the Dallas Cowboys on Dec. 20, aided by the team's Week 11 bye.
With both primary receivers sidelined, running back Kyren Williams now leads the Rams in targets, while tight ends Tyler Higbee and Davis Allen have moved up in the receiving rankings.