Puka Nacua leaves Rams-Cowboys joint practice early with injury concern
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Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Los Angeles Rams receiver Puka Nacua exited the joint practice against the Dallas Cowboys early on August 11, 2026, due to an undisclosed injury. Head coach Sean McVay reported he had no immediate updates on Nacua's condition after the practice. Nacua's injury history is a concern, as he previously missed games due to physical issues, including a significant knee injury in 2024 and an ankle sprain in 2025. The Rams are currently assessing the situation, and further updates on Nacua's status are expected soon, amid financial considerations as he enters the last year of his rookie contract.
- •Puka Nacua left practice early with training staff.
- •Sean McVay had no update on Nacua's injury after practice.
- •Nacua led the NFL in receptions last season with 129 catches.
- •He has a history of injuries during his time in the NFL.
- •Rams' first preseason game is against the Chiefs on Saturday.
- 10:02 AMYahoo Sports — What injury forced LA Rams star Puka Nacua to suddenly leave ‘with a trainer’
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- 7:28 PMYahoo Sports — Puka Nacua leaves Rams practice early with unclear injury
"A tense moment at Tuesday’s joint practice ended with a more reassuring development for the Los Angeles Rams.Puka Nacua left the session with the Dallas Cowboys before practice ended, walking off the field with a trainer. Head coach Sean McVay didn’t have many details immediately afterward, saying Nacua was “not able to finish practice.”NFL Network’s […] The post Los Angeles Rams Get Update on Severity of Puka Nacua’s Injury appeared first on HEAVY.
"Los Angeles Rams wide reciever Puka Nacua left Tuesday's practice early with trainer Reggie Scott and did not return. The post Rams Star Puka Nacua Leaves Cowboys Joint Practice With Injury appeared first on LA Sports Report.
"Los Angeles Rams star Puka Nacua can’t seem to catch a break. Puka Nacua is one of the most important players for the Los Angeles Rams, as the star WR remains a focal point of the team’s offense.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 12, 2026, 10:02 AMWhat injury forced LA Rams star Puka Nacua to suddenly leave ‘with a trainer’
Los Angeles Rams star Puka Nacua can’t seem to catch a break. Puka Nacua is one of the most important players for the Los Angeles Rams, as the star WR remains a focal point of the team’s offense.
- Yahoo SportsAug 12, 2026, 6:10 AMLos Angeles Rams Get Update on Severity of Puka Nacua’s Injury
A tense moment at Tuesday’s joint practice ended with a more reassuring development for the Los Angeles Rams.Puka Nacua left the session with the Dallas Cowboys before practice ended, walking off the field with a trainer. Head coach Sean McVay didn’t have many details immediately afterward, saying Nacua was “not able to finish practice.”NFL Network’s […] The post Los Angeles Rams Get Update on Severity of Puka Nacua’s Injury appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsAug 12, 2026, 12:35 AMRams' Puka Nacua Reportedly Suffered Minor Injury in Joint Practice
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua left Tuesday's joint practice with the Dallas Cowboys early because of a minor injury.
- Yahoo SportsAug 11, 2026, 10:09 PMPuka Nacua injured during practice against the Cowboys
Rams Puka Nacua's injury unknown.
- Yahoo SportsAug 11, 2026, 8:06 PMPuka Nacua injury update: What we know after Rams star exits joint practice early
Puka Nacua walked off the field with team training staff midway through the Rams' joint practice with the Cowboys on Tuesday. Here's what we know.
- Yahoo SportsAug 11, 2026, 8:06 PMRams Star Puka Nacua Leaves Cowboys Joint Practice With Injury
Los Angeles Rams wide reciever Puka Nacua left Tuesday's practice early with trainer Reggie Scott and did not return. The post Rams Star Puka Nacua Leaves Cowboys Joint Practice With Injury appeared first on LA Sports Report.
- Yahoo SportsAug 11, 2026, 7:31 PMPuka Nacua leaves Rams-Cowboys joint practice
Puka Nacua left Rams-Cowboys joint practice with an undisclosed injury
- Yahoo SportsAug 11, 2026, 7:28 PMPuka Nacua leaves Rams practice early with unclear injury
Puka Nacua could be facing another injury situation after leaving practice early and not returning.
- Yahoo SportsAug 11, 2026, 7:22 PMPuka Nacua exits Rams-Cowboys joint practice early
The Rams may have an injury concern with one of their top offensive players.
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