Key Takeaways

• Puka Nacua has drawn a doubtful designation for the Rams' Week 3 Sunday night game versus the Denver Broncos, having not practiced through the week.
• Sean McVay framed the decision as prudent management of a groin-related issue, noting it is not considered a long-term concern and that a return could come in Week 4 barring a setback.
• Nacua has already missed a pair of contests due to the injury, with the team keeping him sidelined in the prior game as well.
• In the season opener against the 49ers, Nacua was the Rams’ leading receiver with five catches for 74 yards, underscoring his role when healthy.
• If Nacua sits, the offense would rely more on Dante Adams’ recent explosiveness and on other receivers like Xavier Smith, Konata Mumpfield, and Tutu Atwell, who have combined for limited production early in the season.
• With Nacua out, quarterback Matthew Stafford is expected to lean on a tight-end group featuring Terrance Ferguson, Colby Parkinson, and Tyler Higbee to sustain drive production.