Puka Nacua Criticizes Officiating After Rams' Loss to Seahawks

Following the Rams' narrow 38-37 overtime loss to the Seahawks, wide receiver Puka Nacua publicly criticized the officiating, expressing his frustration on social media. Nacua's post, which stated, "Can you say I was wrong.

Appreciate you stripes for your contribution," was deleted shortly after it was posted, as reported by Fox News. Earlier in the week, during a livestream, he had labeled NFL officials as 'the worst,' suggesting they are more concerned with being on television than making correct calls.

Nacua specifically referenced a controversial two-point conversion call that he felt impacted the game's outcome. Rams head coach Sean McVay acknowledged his concerns about players criticizing officials, although he hadn't seen Nacua's post at the time of his comments.

In the locker room, Nacua described his remarks as a moment of frustration, clarifying he didn't genuinely believe that officials make calls just for attention. Despite the controversy, Nacua had an outstanding performance in the game, recording 12 catches for 225 yards and two touchdowns.

However, he faced additional scrutiny for a prior incident involving an antisemitic gesture during the same livestream, which prompted an apology from Nacua, stating he did not intend to perpetuate harmful stereotypes.

The Rams organization also issued a statement condemning all forms of discrimination, emphasizing their commitment to inclusivity. Nacua's actions and comments have raised questions about their potential impact on his future with the team, as he is eligible for a contract extension following the season.