Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua has voluntarily entered a holistic care facility, his attorney Levi McCathern confirmed. This follows a lawsuit filed by a woman alleging antisemitic comments and physical conduct, including a bite, from a December 31 incident. The petition for a restraining order has since been withdrawn.
Nacua's attorney denied the antisemitic claim and characterized the bite as "horseplay." McCathern stated Nacua entered treatment prior to the March lawsuit filing but acknowledged recent media coverage was a contributing factor.
This incident follows a December apology from Nacua for performing an antisemitic touchdown celebration suggestion during a live stream, which he claimed he did not understand was offensive.
His attorney stated Nacua is in "great spirits" and will complete the program in time for the Rams' offseason activities. Nacua is entering the final year of his rookie contract after a standout 1,715-yard season.