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Puka Nacua news
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The gist
Puka Nacua remains under NFL review for offseason incidents, with no suspension announced. His groin injury recovery progresses, but his Week 1 status is uncertain.
Background
Puka Nacua, a star wide receiver for the Los Angeles Rams, is facing potential NFL discipline for offseason incidents, including a lawsuit for biting a woman and abuse allegations from his ex-girlfriend. The league has not placed him on paid leave, and his availability for the season opener is unclear. Additionally, he is recovering from a groin injury, adding to the uncertainty.
How it unfolded
- Aug 30, 2026NFL does not place Nacua on paid leave, but he remains under review for a lawsuit alleging he bit a woman.
- Sep 1, 2026Ex-girlfriend Hallie Aiono posts TikTok video alleging abuse and neglect, later deletes it.
- Sep 5, 2026Coach Sean McVay says Nacua is making good progress in groin recovery.
- Sep 6, 2026Reports suggest Nacua is expected to play in Week 1 against the 49ers.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- NFL has not announced a suspension and has not placed Nacua on the Commissioner's Exempt List.
- Public
- Ex-girlfriend Hallie Aiono accused Nacua of abuse and neglect in a now-deleted TikTok video.
- Analysts
- Nacua's potential suspension and injury could impact the Rams' passing game and his future contract.
Still unverified
Abuse allegations by Hallie Aiono are unverified and she deleted her TikTok video; no legal comment from either party.