Puka Nacua diagnosed with pre-hernia but plays well for Rams
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 1:34 PM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026
Los Angeles Rams receiver Puka Nacua has been diagnosed with a "pre-hernia" condition but was able to perform well during a recent game against the Philadelphia Eagles. Nacua has dealt with core muscle and hip/groin issues that caused him to miss two games. Head coach Sean McVay clarified that Nacua does not currently have a hernia, although the risk remains. Nacua recorded nine catches for 125 yards in the contest. The Rams will monitor his condition to see if further rest allows for recovery or if surgery may be required later this season.
- •Puka Nacua diagnosed with pre-hernia during Rams training camp.
- •Nacua missed two games due to prior hip/groin issues.
- •He recorded nine catches for 125 yards against Eagles.
- •Coach Sean McVay confirms no hernia currently exists.
- •Future stress on the area could lead to surgery if not resolved.
- 1:34 PMYahoo Sports — Puka Nacua has a "pre-hernia"
"With Rams receiver Puka Nacua having "core muscle" issues during training camp and then a hip/groin problem that caused him to miss two games, it began to seem as if Nacua might have a hernia.
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