Harris Fantasy Football Podcast on Puka Nacua

PodcastMore Flag Players & Cousin Josh's Frag PlayersAugust 21, 2026

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No Puka Nakua. Still dealing with a groin injury. Puka Nakua hasn't practiced in 10 days.

Mentioned at 6:57 – 7:30

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Negative signalInjury

Nakua's 10-day absence with a groin injury is a concern.

Puka Nakua has missed 10 days of practice with a groin injury, raising concerns about his availability for Week 1.

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Puka NacuaNegativeInjury

Nacua's injuries eliminate deep-field role; regression from MVP-season production.

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Puka NacuaNeutralInjury

Nacua played through calf injury detected mid-week; managing with daily treatment and insole adjustments.

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Puka NacuaPositiveInjury

Nacua grateful for CTE research and optimistic about NFL safety improvements like Guardian Caps.

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Puka NacuaNeutralRole

Nacua, 25, values health information to better manage long-term football risks.

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Puka NacuaPositiveUsage

Nacua caught 11-yard TD in Rams' 35-21 win; contributed on blocking plays despite calf injury.

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Puka NacuaNegativeProjection

Nacua's WR1 usage and Adams departure create red-zone upside despite health concerns.

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