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Puka Nacua dealing with deep core muscle tightness

Puka Nacua's return to practice is expected next week, but the Rams' wide receiver is still dealing with deep core muscle tightness.

By · Published August 15, 2026  22:46 UTC · Updated August 17, 2026  22:27 UTC

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Puka Nacua missed practices due to deep core muscle tightness. The Rams expected him to return to practicing the following week.

Epilogue added 67d ago, after coverage quieted.

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  • Primary Driver: Puka Nacua's return to practice is expected next week, but the Rams' wide receiver is still dealing with deep core muscle tightness.
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Puka Nacua is expected to return to practice next week. The Rams' wide receiver has been sidelined due to deep core muscle tightness. He did not practice on Thursday.

The injury occurred during a joint practice. The Rams' coach Sean McVay revealed that Nacua is expected to return to practice next week. The Rams' defensive end Myles Garrett also did not practice on Thursday.

Nacua's return to practice is expected next week, but the exact timeline for his return to games is not yet clear. The Rams have not specified when Nacua will be cleared to play in games.

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What is the nature of Puka Nacua's injury?

Puka Nacua is dealing with deep core muscle tightness.

When is Puka Nacua expected to return to practice?

Puka Nacua is expected to return to practice next week.

Who else is injured on the Rams' roster?

Myles Garrett, the Rams' defensive end, also did not practice on Thursday.

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