Footballguys on Puka Nacua

ArticleEmeka Egbuka, Drake London, and More Overrated WRsAugust 28, 2026

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Puka Nacua checked into a rehabilitation facility earlier this offseason, a real red flag that's gotten surprisingly little attention given he's being drafted as a top-5 overall pick. He's also entering the final year of his rookie contract.

STACKED’s take

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Rehab facility check-in and contract year create off-field distraction risk.

Sean Settle flags Puka Nacua checking into a rehabilitation facility earlier this offseason as a real red flag that's gotten surprisingly little attention given he's being drafted as a top-5 overall pick. He's also entering the final year of his rookie contract, exactly the kind of situation that historically produces distractions and holdout drama for ascending stars looking to get paid.