Will Puka Nacua face suspension amid his ongoing legal situation?
Deseret News • • sports
Key Points:
- With less than two weeks until the 2026 NFL season, star Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua's suspension status remains unclear amid ongoing legal issues and NFL review.
- Nacua avoided placement on the NFL commissioner’s exempt list, unlike three other players who were placed on paid administrative leave due to serious legal or conduct concerns.
- Nacua faces a civil lawsuit alleging he forcibly bit a woman and made an antisemitic statement during a New Year’s Eve incident, with the trial set for March 2028.
- After entering a holistic care facility this offseason for professional help, Nacua has publicly acknowledged the importance of seeking support and using his platform positively.
- Despite missing part of training camp due to a hip injury, Nacua returned to practice recently, with his availability for the season opener still uncertain.
