The Los Angeles Rams placed wide receiver Puka Nacua on injured reserve Thursday, sidelining him for at least four games.
Head coach Sean McVay said Nacua is expected to miss "extended time," according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. The wideout suffered an MCL/PCL sprain and turf toe in the final minutes of the Rams' win over the Washington Commanders on Sunday.
McVay said earlier this week that Nacua was likely headed to IR but noted Wednesday that roster mechanics would prevent the move from officially happening, per Schefter. Still, the head coach has been adamant that the wideout is facing a lengthy absence.
The 25-year-old Nacua missed time with a hip injury earlier this year and then battled a calf issue after that.
He's fueled the Rams' offense with a team-high 70 catches and 715 yards, including a season-high 150 yards Sunday.
His absence leaves Konata Mumpfield as the Rams' top healthy option at wide receiver. Mumpfield has just 11 catches for 162 yards this year.
McVay said Wednesday that he was hopeful Davante Adams could return from his hip injury "sooner than later." He added that Adams, who hasn't played since Week 6, could be back for a Week 13 matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs.
The 5-4 Rams have won three in a row and take on the 3-6 Arizona Cardinals on Sunday.
