Rams WR Nacua expected for Week 1 opener

Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay expects wide receiver Puka Nacua to play in the team's Week 1 season opener against the San Francisco 49ers in Australia on Thursday night. Nacua has been managing a psoas core injury, which affects the lower back and hip area, and has also been awaiting potential disciplinary action from the league for previous off-the-field behavior. Nacua sustained the psoas injury during a joint practice with the Dallas Cowboys in mid-August. He missed several weeks of practice but has recently returned to the field, showing progress and hitting high-speed yards, according to McVay. The coach indicated that Nacua is getting closer to full speed, a positive sign for his availability. While the injury caused concern, Nacua has reportedly experienced no setbacks in his recovery this week. Adding to the uncertainty surrounding his availability, Nacua has been under review by the NFL's personal conduct policy for off-field incidents. Reports indicate these include accusations of biting and making an antisemitic remark, leading to an ongoing legal situation and a period of rehab earlier in the year.