It was a record-breaking day for Puka Nacua, the rookie wide receiver for the Los Angeles Rams. Despite his team’s loss to the San Francisco 49ers, Nacua set a new NFL single-game rookie reception record with 14 catches.
The performance was one of the few bright spots in an otherwise dismal day for the Rams. Nacua was targeted 18 times, and he made the most of his opportunities, racking up 141 yards and two touchdowns. His 14 receptions were the most by any rookie in a single game in NFL history, breaking the previous record of 13 set by Anquan Boldin in 2003.
Nacua’s performance was even more impressive considering the fact that he was only playing in his fourth professional game. He had only caught four passes in his first three games combined, but he showed off his potential on Sunday with a breakout performance.
The Rams may have lost the game, but it was a day to remember for Puka Nacua. He set an NFL record and showed that he has the potential to be a star in the league. It will be interesting to see what he can do in the future as he continues to develop and grow as a player.
