Rams’ Puka Nacua says he won’t back down from physical play against Dolphins
4 months, 1 week ago

Rams’ Puka Nacua says he won’t back down from physical play against Dolphins

LA Times  

Rams receiver Puka Nacua mixed it up with the Seahawks’ Tyrel Dodson after a play. “I don’t think so,” he said, adding that by being around teammates such as edge rushers Byron Young and Jared Verse and linebacker Omar Speights, “everybody’s always ready to pack a punch. “So it’s nice to get back in there and be like, ‘Man, everybody’s willing to hit.’ It’s just being a little extra aware of some of the thoughts after the play where people are like, ‘Ah, I’m going to take my opportunity.’” Nacua, who enjoyed a record-setting rookie season in 2023, has played only one full game this season. Because of Nacua’s talent, success and his physical style of play, he has “a target on his back,” Rams offensive coordinator Mike LaFleur said. “So it’s also a nice subtle reminder to myself like, ‘Man, every play is somebody’s opportunity to either make a hit or take a hit,‘” he said.

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