Rams' Puka Nacua Skyrockets up Latest WR Rankings

News ArticlePublishedJul 15, 2026 at 04:54 PM EDTupdatedJul 15, 2026 at 04:55 PM EDTPuka Nacua has officially crashed the NFL's wide receiver conversation, and the Los Angeles Rams star is getting the recognition that fits the way he plays.After receiving only an honorable mention in last year's ESPN survey, Nacua made a massive jump this time around, landing at No. 4 among the league's best wide receivers based on votes from executives, coaches and scouts.That move up isn't a surprise when you look at what he's done on the field. Nacua appeared on all but one ballot, and nearly 85% of his votes placed him inside the top five. That's what happens when you lead the NFL with 129 catches in a season and continue to make defenders look like they're trying to solve a puzzle without all the piec