Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay confirmed that he is unsure if wide receiver Puka Nacua will face punishment from the NFL.
The Los Angeles Rams are set to face off against the San Francisco 49ers in Australia in their Week 1 opener. It could be a very difficult matchup, but even more so if the team is without wide receiver Puka Nacua.
Nacua is still dealing with a legal situation after he allegedly bit a woman on New Year's Eve. The investigation is still ongoing, and head coach Sean McVay is still unsure if the receiver will face punishment for the lawsuit.
McVay was asked whether or not the league has informed him of an upcoming suspension for Nacua, and whether or not he will know what will happen before the Rams prepare for their Week 1 showdown with the 49ers.
"You know, I think it really is all, you know, predicated on how the NFL goes about their independent investigation. And so, once those things get legally handled, then that offers the opportunity for the league to be able to step in. And, you know, we've tried to have good communication with those guys to get an understanding. But, uh, it is on their timeline, not ours. So, it's hard for me to say the answer to that one," McVay said.
Whether or not Nacua is conviced of the alleged charges, and the situation is deemed to be a misdemeanor, he will still be investigated by the NFL for violating the league's personal conduct policy.
The NFL may not see Nacua's first offense as minor given the nature of the allegations.
Nacua isn't the only player who could face suspension, as offensive lineman Alaric Jackson was also arrested following an alleged domestic violence incident. It was revealed that the lineman will not face felony charges for the incident, but this is his second time getting arrested.
The last time Jackson was involved in a situation like this, he was suspended for two games at the start of the 2024 season. The NFL could see him as a repeat offender and also choose to suspend him again.
Should this happen, the Rams would be without two key starters for their season opener, which is against a strong divisional opponent. Even worse is that it is international territory, and travel may also impact the team.
Either way, McVay is unsure what is happening with the league's investigation into the Nacua incident, and he will likely not offer any updates until the NFL finishes looking into the matter.
Los Angeles may push for an answer soon, as there are only a few weeks left of preseason games, and the season opener for the Rams will take place on Thursday, Sep. 10.
