FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast on Puka Nacua

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From the episode

These minor muscle strains, they carry about 5% re-injury risk in season per week missed of the preseason. So, you know, you're looking at about probably a 10% rate, which is not that high. I wouldn't really downgrade Puka.

Mentioned at 6:49 – 8:33

STACKED’s take

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Nacua's hip flexor injury is minor and he should be ready for Week 1.

Dr. Deepak Chona notes that Puka Nacua's hip flexor injury is minor, with the player already seen doing resistance running. The re-injury risk is estimated at 10%, and there is no reason to downgrade him as he is expected to be ready for Week 1.