Puka Nacua to play vs. 49ers despite rib injury, having 7 rec, 95 yds, TD in recent win.

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua is expected to play against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday despite a rib injury sustained in a win over the New Orleans Saints. Coach Sean McVay said imaging showed no serious damage, and Nacua, limited in practice, returned to play in the fourth quarter, finishing with seven receptions for 95 yards and a touchdown. He missed the previous game with an ankle injury and had a bye week before the Saints game. Through seven games this season, Nacua has 61 receptions for 711 yards and three touchdowns. The game is a key NFC West matchup between the 6-2 Rams and 6-3 49ers.