Los Angeles Rams rookie wide receiver Puka Nacua broke yet another record during the team’s playoff game against the Detroit Lions on Sunday. Unfortunately, despite his tremendous efforts, the Rams lost to the Lions 23-24.
According to CBS Sports, Nacua broke the record for most receiving yards by a rookie in a playoff game with 181 yards. The record was previously held by DK Metcalf of the Seattle Seahawks who recorded 160 receiving yards during a 2020 playoff game against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Nacua broke the record with a 35-yard reception in the fourth quarter, Deseret News reports.
“He’s a freaking stud,” Rams head coach Sean McVay said about Nacua after the game per NFL.com. “I think the same things that you can see. He’s a great competitor. He shows up big, makes plays, he’s tough to tackle. He can work edges and win and separate. He can finish. This guy’s a freaking warrior. He is a stud. I love the mindset and mentality that he has. If he just continues to stay humble and keep working, this guy’s gonna be a problem for a long time.”
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