The Los Angeles Rams could be without two of their top four receivers against the New York Giants on Monday night. With Jordan Whittington already doubtful to play, Puka Nacua is also questionable due to a hip injury that popped up during the past week of practice.
Nacua missed Friday and Saturday’s practices and though he still has a chance to play, it’s not looking great. Adam Schefter of ESPN reported on Sunday that Nacua is considered a game-time decision.
Rams consider WR Puka Nacua, listed as questionable for Monday night’s game vs. the Giants due to a hip injury, to be a pre-game decision. pic.twitter.com/ksKmQ9WvUv
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) September 20, 2026
Additionally, Schefter said on “Sunday NFL Countdown” that Nacua is trending the “wrong way.” Sean McVay said it’s not the same
psoas injury that kept Nacua on the sidelines multiple weeks before the season, so it’s something new for the Rams receiver.
Schefter: Puka Nacua (hip) trending in "wrong way" to play Week 2.
— Underdog NFL (@UnderdogNFL) September 20, 2026
Nacua is the Rams’ top wideout but if he’s out, Davante Adams would become the No. 1 target for Matthew Stafford. Konata Mumpfield, Xavier Smith and CJ Daniels could also see increased opportunities.
The Rams host the Giants on Monday night at 8:15 p.m. ET.
This article originally appeared on Rams Wire: Rams WR Puka Nacua to be game-time decision but trending 'wrong way'
