Rams list Puka Nacua as doubtful against Broncos

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua is doubtful for Sunday’s game against the Denver Broncos after missing Friday’s practice with a hip injury, coach Sean McVay said. Nacua also missed the Rams’ Week 2 game against the New York Giants, leaving him at risk of sitting out consecutive games as the team weighs a cautious approach to his return. McVay said the Rams hope Nacua can play in their Week 4 matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles if he misses the Denver game and does not suffer a setback. The game is scheduled for October 4, but McVay’s comments describe a possible return, not confirmation that Nacua will be available. The Rams’ injury report lists a hip ailment. McVay also said Nacua had some groin soreness, according to one account; the relationship between the two issues was not established. Nacua has played once this season, catching five passes for 74 yards in the Rams’ Week 1 loss to the San Francisco 49ers in Australia. His expected absence would leave the team without one of its leading receiving options for another game.