Puka Nacua is officially doubtful for Sunday night’s game against the Broncos, marking a critical second straight absence for the Rams’ wide receiver. This isn’t just a bump in the road, it’s starting to feel like a real concern for the early season.
The Hip That Won’t Quit
The hip injury that sidelined Nacua for their Week 2 win over the Giants is clearly still a factor. Coach Sean McVay confirmed Nacua will miss Friday practice, and you know that means he is absolutely not ready to roll. The team is definitely “erring on the side of caution” with bringing him back too soon, which, hey, you respect that, but you also gotta wonder how long they can play it this safe with a key playmaker. Missing two straight games this early in the regular season, especially when they’re trying to build momentum, it’s tough.
Looking Ahead: The Eagles Loom Large
McVay is already talking about Week 4, saying the team hopes Nacua will be able to play against the Eagles then. “Hopes” for next week doesn’t exactly instill confidence for this Sunday, does it? It’s not just Nacua, either. Safety Kam Kinchens is also doubtful for the Denver game, dealing with a hamstring injury, and tight end Colby Parkinson is listed as questionable with a knee issue. These absences could really sting a team that needs all its weapons.
So, the Rams are heading into Sunday night’s matchup against the Broncos without their top wideout, and a couple of other key guys banged up. Every game matters, especially with the regular season in full swing. They’ll need to figure out how to produce without Nacua if they want to get through this stretch and avoid falling behind. Hopefully, we see Nacua back on the field for that Week 4 showdown against the Eagles, because they’re gonna need him.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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