Rams say Puka Nacua will return in Week 4; team spotlights Kyren Williams, Josh Wallace and other player storylines
The Los Angeles Rams said wide receiver Puka Nacua will return to action in Week 4 at Philadelphia, and the team published a series of player features on its official site that highlighted multiple roster storylines. The pieces emphasized recent on-field performances, positional versatility and developmental progress as the Rams head into the next stretch of the season. Team writers presented those examples as indicators of how returning players and emerging contributors could affect the club’s outlook.
Running back Kyren Williams finished with two rushing touchdowns on 16 carries for 80 yards and added 67 receiving yards on 10 catches in the game against the Eagles, the team reported. The Rams said Williams worked on his receiving in the offseason and that the work translated into an expanded role in both the ground and passing attacks. Coaches credited his offseason focus with allowing him to impact offense in multiple ways on game day.
Puka Nacua returns after missing the previous two games against the Broncos and the Giants, the team said. The features noted he stayed committed to preparation amid contract discussions and maintained his focus on being around teammates. Coaches expect his availability to restore another offensive weapon for Matthew Stafford and the receiving corps.
With cornerback Jaylen Watson listed as unlikely to play because of a shoulder issue, the Rams expressed confidence in Josh Wallace’s ability to step into an expanded role. The team pointed to Wallace’s response to early-game mistakes at Denver, where he finished the contest playing more consistently. Coaches praised his positional flexibility and willingness to play where the staff needs him.
The Rams profiled inside linebacker Omar Speights, noting his return to Philadelphia carried personal significance. The team reminded readers that Speights recorded his first-career sack during the 2024 playoffs in Philadelphia and that he collected his first regular-season sack last week at Denver. The features suggested the club expects him to try to build on that recent momentum.
The features also highlighted a range of other notable plays and developments across the roster. They noted Davante Adams had a 195-yard, two-touchdown night against the Giants, Wesley Bailey recorded a sack and forced fumble, and Alex Cook returned an interception for a touchdown. The Rams also pointed out Matthew Stafford passed Philip Rivers for sixth on the NFL’s career passing touchdown list and emphasized continuity along the interior offensive line, the returning safety group and Myles Garrett’s integration into the defense.
NFL Sports Blog Take
The Rams player-features package highlights a deep set of storylines that could shape Los Angeles’ early-season trajectory. Puka Nacua’s return should provide a clear boost to the passing game and pair with Davante Adams to help Matthew Stafford. Kyren Williams’ ability to affect both the run and pass games and the emergence of younger contributors such as Wesley Bailey and Alex Cook give the Rams more depth to rely on over the long season.