Puka Nacua’s injury outlook takes encouraging turn as IR decision looms

Los Angeles Rams receiver Puka Nacua is expected to go on injured reserve after knee and toe injuries against Washington, which would rule him out for at least four games. However, people close to the situation say the injury is not season-ending, leaving open the possibility of a return later in the season.

If the Rams place Nacua on injured reserve this week, Week 15 against the Dallas Cowboys is the earliest he could return. If they do not, he could potentially be back for Week 14 against San Francisco. The Rams’ challenge is to stay competitive while he is unavailable.