Rams’ Puka Nacua enters rehab facility amid civil lawsuit
NFL superstar Puka Nacua is taking steps to improve himself off the field during the offseason, with his attorney, Levi McCathern, announcing that the Los Angeles Rams wide receiver has entered a rehab treatment facility. McCarthern shared the news in a statement to the NFL Network . The news comes after a woman in Los Angeles filed a lawsuit against Nacua for an incident on New Year’s Eve.
The lawsuit alleged Nacua bit the woman on the shoulder, leaving visible marks, and that he made antisemitic statements. ” McCarthern says Nacua was in rehab before the allegations against Nacua and the lawsuit was filed. MORE: 5 biggest winners from 2026 NFL salary cap change “In early March – before any temporary restraining order was filed by Madison Atiabi and subsequently denied by the Court – Puka voluntarily entered a holistic car facility to focus on his personal growth,” McCarthern said.
Jan 10, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua (12) walks into the stadium before the NFC Wild Card Round game against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images “He is committed to using this time constructively so that he can return in the best possible position – both personally and professionally – to continue contributing to his team and the game he loves. He will complete the program in plenty of time to be involved in all of the Rams’ OTAs.
Puka is also deeply grateful for the support he has received from his family, friends, Coach McVay, and his teammates. ” At the NFL’s annual league meeting this week, Rams head coach Sean McVay was asked about Nacua’s current situation and voiced his support for the star wide receiver, who is now eligible for a contract extension. MORE: The real problem the NFL has with its refs “ Man, you guys know, I trust this kid’s heart ,” McVay told reporters.
“Love him, put your arm around him, want to continue to help him grow, and really get all the appropriate facts before I kind of rush to judgment on that particular situation. ” Last season, Nacua recorded a league-high 129 receptions for 1,715 yards, which ranked second in the league, and 10 touchdowns. Nacua was named a first-team All-Pro.