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The Los Angeles Rams have been dealing with a huge injury on their offense, as star receiver Puka Nacua has been out due to an ankle injury. He has missed the last two games due to the injury, but now the team has received huge news on his return. More news: Dolphins’ Star Suffered Season-Ending Injury in Dominant Falcons Win Nacua was tracking to be the biggest receiver in the NFL before the injury occurred. During Week 6, he suffered an ankle injury when he came down hard on his leg in the endzone. Despite returning to the game, he was then ruled out for the next two. The hope was that Nacua did not suffer anything that would place him on IR, and that appears to be the case. Per Rams head coach Sean McVay, the star receiver is expected to play in Week 9. Rams WR Puka Nacua is expected to return from his sprained ankle to play Sunday against the Saints.— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 27, 2025 McVay told reporters that Nacua would return to practice on Wednesday, and now NFL insider Adam Schefter has confirmed the receiver’s return will happen in Week 9. BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – OCTOBER 12: Puka Nacua #12 of the Los Angeles Rams is helped off the field after suffering an injury during the second quarter against the Baltimore Ravens in the game at M&T Bank Stadium on October 12, 2025 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) More news: 49ers GM Offers Huge Update on Brandon Aiyuk’s Return Timeline Before the injury occurred, Nacua was off to a huge start in the 2025 season. He secured 616 yards and two touchdowns through the first six games before suffering an ankle sprain. The good news is the Rams have not missed a beat in Nacua’s absence. The team is 5-2 and remains at the top of the NFC West conversation. With their bye week happening in Week 8, Nacua will get one more week of rest before the team takes on the New Orleans Saints in Week 9. Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford has developed a great relationship with Davante Adams, who currently has 431 yards and six touchdowns. Once Nacua returns, the pair will make a very dangerous wide receiver tandem. The Rams might also look into picking up another wide receiver ahead of the November 4 trade deadline. No other pass catcher has emerged as a viable weapon for Stafford and the offense. In third total receiving yards is running back Kyren Williams, who has 166 and three touchdowns. While he is a dual-threat running back, the team needs another potential weapon for Stafford. For more on the Rams, head to Newsweek Sports.
