Puka Nacua produced a notable performance in the Los Angeles Rams’ 44-42 victory over the Buffalo Bills.
His effort not only made Rams fans happy, but fantasy football owners as well.
Here’s how the second-year receiver did on Sunday evening.
How did Rams WR Puka Nacua do against the Bills?
Nacua had 12 receptions for 162 receiving yards and a touchdown. He also contributed to the Rams’ rushing attack with five carries for 16 yards and a touchdown.
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He is the first Rams player with 125 receiving yards and a rushing touchdown in the same game since 2006. Former Rams running back Steven Jackson had 133 receiving yards and a rushing touchdown against the Kansas City Chiefs in St. Louis.
Nacua had nine touches across 16 snaps in motion (five carries & four receptions), resulting in 85 scrimmage yards against Buffalo, according to NFL’s Next Gen Stats.
Puka Nacua racks up fantasy points
Nacua produced 35.80 fantasy points in Yahoo Sports’ standard fantasy league with his performance against Buffalo this week. He was initially projected to record 13.50 points against the Bills.
He surpassed his highest mark of the season, which was 21.80 against the New England Patriots in Week 11.
Puka Nacua’ big catch
Nacua drew attention on social media for his highlight-reel catch near the sideline while keeping his feet inbounds.
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