Puka Nacua has started the process for a diversion program, taking the steps required to resolve potential misdemeanor charges. This isn’t just some legal footnote either, folks.
The Charges and the NFL’s Gray Area
Back on New Year’s Eve, Nacua was sued for allegedly biting a woman. That’s a wild claim, no doubt. The thing is, no criminal charges have been officially filed against him yet. And despite all this, the NFL didn’t place the Rams receiver on paid leave to kick off the season. Seems like a bit of a gray area, right? The league clearly felt there wasn’t enough to sideline him immediately.
What This Means for His Season
Don’t breathe easy just yet if you’re a Rams fan. A suspension at some point during the 2026 season is absolutely still possible. Here’s how this legal dance works under California law: Nacua isn’t agreeing to a diversion program upfront. Instead, he’s embarking on fulfilling the requirements. If he completes them, the charge gets both acknowledged and dismissed simultaneously. This is key because the NFL’s Personal Conduct Policy connects violations to the “disposition of a criminal proceeding,” and that term specifically includes the disposition of a proceeding through a diversion program. So, even without a formal charge sticking, the league has a path to hand down a suspension.
Speaking of things that stick, our Seattle Seahawks just snatched a gritty win! They took down the New England Patriots 13-10 in a final score that shows our squad can grind it out. Always good to see that W in the books!
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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