Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua. Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Watch: Rams' Puka Nacua makes incredible 'helmet catch'

By Adam Gretz | Last updated Dec 12, 2024 8:50 PM ET

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua is no stranger to highlight-reel catches, and he made another one on Thursday night against the San Francisco 49ers.

Nacua's first catch of the game may have only gone for seven yards, but it required some incredible concentration for him to haul it in and secure the football against the helmet of 49ers defensive back Charvarius Ward.

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— NFL (@NFL) December 13, 2024

That catch did not lead to points for the Rams, but it is still another incredible play by one of the game's best wide receivers.

Since returning to the lineup, Nacua has helped the Rams offense get back on track and put them back into contention for a playoff spot and a potential NFC West title. He had an especially dominant game a week ago against the Buffalo Bills, catching 12 passes for 162 yards and a touchdown. He also ran the ball five times for 16 yards and an additional touchdown.

The Rams (7-6) entered Thursday's showdown one game ahead of the 49ers (6-7) in the standings.

Adam Gretz

Adam Gretz is a freelance writer based in Pittsburgh. He covers the NHL, NFL, MLB and NBA. Baseball is his favorite sport -- he is nearly halfway through his goal of seeing a game in every MLB ballpark. Catch him on Twitter @AGretz

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