Puka Nacua has become a fan favorite in Los Angeles largely due to two things: his remarkable play on the field and his fun personality off the field. But the Rams' second-year receiver also has a passionate and fiery side, which he showed on Sunday night when he took the microphone against the Philadelphia Eagles.
With the game out of reach and the Rams on their way to their sixth loss of the season, Nacua gathered the wide receivers and gave an impassioned speech about how they would respond and get back to work.
“Every new week we had to drive the bus harder than before,” he said. “We have to ride this (expletive) harder than ever before. It will come through us. We already knew that. We gotta drive this (expletive) thing right through the mud, bro. No matter what it takes. Until the (rant) wheels fall off. We'll find a way to rebuild this (expletive), brother. We have numbers. Strength in our numbers. We’re built for this (expletive).”
After the game ended, Nacua assured each Rams receiver that they had done a great job and that he loved them. He also checked on Matthew Stafford to make sure he was OK after he was beaten by Eagles defenders in the loss.
Nacua certainly has a fun-loving side, but his passion for winning and success on the field also deserves praise. That's why Sean McVay and his teammates praise him every time his name is mentioned.
