Nacua Sets Another Early-Career Receiving Mark

Puka Nacua delivered a standout performance as the Los Angeles Rams beat the Washington Commanders for their fifth win of the season. The victory lifted the Rams to 5-4 and gave them three straight wins, putting them above .500 for the first time this season.

Nacua caught 14 passes for 150 yards and a touchdown. With Davante Adams out, quarterback Matthew Stafford again made Nacua his primary target. The 25-year-old’s nine career games with at least 150 receiving yards in his first four seasons put him past the celebrated Hall of Fame wideouts Jerry Rice and Randy Moss, who had previously been level with him.

Only Justin Jefferson, with 11 such games in his first four seasons, has more since 1970. Nacua’s latest performance adds to a strong stretch as the Rams have recovered from a slow start. If he remains healthy and continues this form, he could enter the discussion for Offensive Player of the Year.