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Rams Grapple With Nacua Assault Probe, Injuries Before Chiefs Opener

8/12/2026

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Rams Preseason Setbacks

Coach Sean McVay said wide receiver Puka Nacua left Tuesday's practice early because of groin soreness.
Defensive end Myles Garrett missed the same practice due to swelling in his left knee and feels about 85% ready.
Garrett set a sack record with 23 sacks after the Rams acquired him from the Cleveland Browns in June.
The Rams open preseason Saturday against the Kansas City Chiefs, with starters unlikely to play.

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Nacua Faces Probe

The NFL is investigating wide receiver Puka Nacua’s offseason conduct, which could lead to a pre-season suspension.
The probe is tied to an alleged March assault of a woman, though the league has released no details.
Because Nacua is in a contract year, the suspension risk complicates the Rams’ long-term extension talks.
Head coach Sean McVay warned the team must consider losing Nacua, while fans flood social media with speculation.

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Historical Context

After the NFL introduced a personal-conduct policy in April 2007, the league’s two-game suspension of Ray Rice in September 2014 sparked public outcry and led Commissioner Roger Goodell to tighten penalties. That precedent guides today’s ongoing probe of Los Angeles Rams receiver Puka Nacua over alleged March assault allegations as his contract year approaches.

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Rams Preseason Setbacks

Coach Sean McVay said wide receiver Puka Nacua left Tuesday's practice early because of groin soreness.
Defensive end Myles Garrett missed the same practice due to swelling in his left knee and feels about 85% ready.
Garrett set a sack record with 23 sacks after the Rams acquired him from the Cleveland Browns in June.
The Rams open preseason Saturday against the Kansas City Chiefs, with starters unlikely to play.

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