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Rams star wide receiver Puka Nacua injured his ribs during a 34-10 win over the New Orleans Saints on Sunday.

Coach Sean McVay regrets the play call that caused the injury, saying he’s “kicking myself” for putting Nacua in a vulnerable spot.

McVay expressed optimism about Nacua’s condition ahead of Sunday’s game against San Francisco.

Puka Nacua returned to the Rams ’ lineup in spectacular fashion, catching a touchdown pass, amassing nearly 100 yards receiving and picking up a key yardage on a fourth-down jet sweep during a victory over the New Orleans Saints .

But that rushing play, which ended with a crushing hit, came with a cost.

On Monday, Nacua was scheduled to have a

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