Sean McVay regrets Puka Nacua injury after controversial play call

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Last updated Nov 10, 2026

Sean McVay regrets Puka Nacua injury after controversial play call
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Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay expressed regret over a play call that led to Puka Nacua suffering a turf toe and knee injury during their Week 9 game against the Washington Commanders. The unusual call involved a jet sweep play, raising concerns among fans and experts. Nacua is expected to be placed on injured reserve, sidelining him for at least four games, adding to the Rams' injury woes, including the absence of star receiver Davante Adams. As Los Angeles prepares to face the Arizona Cardinals next week, McVay and quarterback Matthew Stafford face mounting pressure to navigate the season without their top receivers.

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  • •Puka Nacua injured during a jet sweep play in Week 9.
  • •McVay regrets the call contributing to Nacua's injury.
  • •Nacua expected to be on injured reserve for at least four games.
  • •Davante Adams also remains sidelined due to injury.
  • •Rams will face the Arizona Cardinals next week.
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This season has been a total nightmare for the Los Angeles Rams . What was supposed to be their breakout campaign has become a fight for their survival every week. One of the reasons for their struggles this season is the injuries to their key players. They’re already playing most of this season without star wide receiver Davante Adams, who’s out […] The post Rams’ Sean McVay regret call that led to Puka Nacua injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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