Puka Nacua sets Rams record with 17 receptions against Bills
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 13, 2026, 4:58 AM
Last updated Oct 13, 2026
During the Monday Night Football matchup against the Buffalo Bills, Puka Nacua recorded a career-high 17 receptions, falling just one catch short of the Rams franchise record of 18 set by Tom Fears in 1950. Despite the team's loss, Nacua's performance illustrated his critical role in the Rams' offense, showcasing impressive route running and reliable hands. He also became the only player in Rams history to have multiple games with at least 15 receptions, highlighting his growing importance in head Coach Sean McVay's system. Nacua's performance indicates he is regaining form after battling injury issues earlier in the season.
- •Nacua's 17 receptions are a career-high and one shy of the franchise record.
- •He is the only player in Rams history with multiple games of 15+ receptions.
- •Nacua reestablishes himself as Matthew Stafford's primary target.
- •The Rams faced the Bills in a tough Monday Night Football loss.
- •Nacua's record-setting game comes after recovering from injury issues.
- 4:58 AMYahoo Sports — Rams’ Puka Nacua makes franchise history with never-before-seen feat vs. Bills
"Puka Nacua delivered a record-setting performance in the Los Angeles Rams’ Monday Night Football showdown against the Buffalo Bills. Despite the loss, the star wide receiver hauled in a career-high 17 receptions. He fell just one catch short of the franchise record of 18 set by Tom Fears in 1950. Nacua also became the only player in Rams history to […] The post Rams’ Puka Nacua makes franchise history with never-before-seen feat vs. Bills appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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