McVay 'not sure' if Puka will play Week 3
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Key Points:
- Terrance Ferguson showed a strong finish in Week 2 with a touchdown and nine targets, becoming a viable tight end option for Week 3 against the Broncos, especially given injuries across the league at the position.
- Matthew Stafford delivered an impressive performance without top receiver Puka Nacua, throwing four touchdowns and moving to sixth on the all-time passing touchdown list, helping the Rams improve to 1-1.
- Puka Nacua was ruled out for Week 2 due to a groin injury, leaving the Rams thin at wide receiver with Jordan Whittington also inactive; backups Tutu Atwell, Konata Mumpfield, and Xavier Smith are expected to see more snaps.
- The Rams are likely to lean on a more run-heavy offense without Nacua, increasing the workload for running backs Kyren Williams and Blake Corum, while Davante Adams is expected to see a rise in targets.
- Nacua's injury status remains a concern for fantasy managers, as he missed multiple practices and is unlikely to play Monday night, prompting the need for contingency plans at wide receiver.
