Los Angeles Rams star Puka Nacua makes startling admission about his record-breaking rookie season

Puka Nacua's record-breaking rookie season. But it wasn't without its imperfections.  And recently, to Pro Football Talk, Nacua admitted that the 18-week season wore on him more than most people knew.  “Old, like I aged 25 years,” Nacua said. “It’s been a long year and then those 18 weeks just really lasted a long time, but […]

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October 15, 2023; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua (17) during the fourth quarter against the Arizona Cardinals at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
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Puka Nacua's record-breaking rookie season. 

But it wasn't without its imperfections. 

And recently, to Pro Football Talk, Nacua admitted that the 18-week season wore on him more than most people knew. 

“Old, like I aged 25 years,” Nacua said. “It’s been a long year and then those 18 weeks just really lasted a long time, but it was nice to lay down on my bed." 

No one can blame Nacua for being tired. He was a massive part of the Los Angeles Rams' offense within a week of his rookie season starting. 

It worked out in his favor. 

In Week 1, Nacua grabbed 10 passes for 119 yards. He followed that up with a 15-catch, 147-yard performance against the San Francisco 49ers, who are now in the Super Bowl. 

In the end, Nacua set new NFL rookie records for receptions (105) and receiving yards (1,486) during the regular season.

But it took its toll. With an offseason ahead of the new second-year receiver, the Rams are better suited to build on the success the surprise rookie had in year one.

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