Makea Nacua, popularly known as ‘Puka’, was drafted by the Los Angeles Rams in the NFL 2023 Draft. The wide receiver was born on May 29, 2001, in Provo, Utah and attended Orem High School, finishing his senior year breaking state records. Nacua set state records for Utah in high school with 260 catches, 5,226 receiving yards, and 58 receiving touchdowns. He chose Washington to attend college among the other list of Universities.
Nacua played in the first eight games in his freshman season. After having a decent season, he entered the NCAA transfer portal and moved to BYU in preparation for the 2021 campaign. During his first campaign, he hauled in 43 passes for 805 yards and six touchdowns. The Los Angeles Rams selected Nacua in the fifth round (177th overall). Nacua and the Rams agreed to a four-year, $4 million contract that included a $244,976 signing bonus. He made his rookie debut in September 2023, against the Seahawks.
Puka Nacua's 40-Time
Although Nacua's 40-yard sprint time was 4.57s, he proved in his rookie season, that he is quicker than his testing time. Having gone through some injuries, he is just coming up to full fitness. Also, he hit 21.35 mph on his 70-yard touchdown.
| Test | Test Results |
| Arm Length | 31+1⁄2 in (0.80 m) |
| Hand Span | 9+1⁄2 in (0.24 m) |
| 40-Yard Dash | 4.57 seconds |
| 10-Yard Split | 1.62 seconds |
| 20-Yard Split | 2.64 seconds |
| 20-Yard Shuttle | 4.36 seconds |
| Three-Cone Drill | 7.32 seconds |
| Vertical Jump | 33.0 in (0.84 m) |
| Broad Jump | 10 ft 1 in (3.07 m) |
| Bench Press | 15 reps |
Puka Nacua's Physical Attributes
| Height | 6 feet 2 inches (188 cm) |
| Weight | 212 pounds (96 kg) |
| Age | 23 years old (May 29, 2001) |
Puka Nacua's Height
Nacua is 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) tall and demonstrates a desire to make receptions in traffic over the centre as he possesses dependable hands. He can handle his body with total balance to change directions. Having the agility with the ball tracking makes him an interesting player.
Puka Nacua's Weight
Nacua weighs 212 lb (96 kg). He possesses outstanding balance when tight-roping the sideline and transitioning between his breaks, demonstrating excellent burst and start-stop abilities.
Puka Nacua's Age
Puka Nacua is 23 years old as of September 2024. He was born on May 29, 2001.
FAQs on Puka Nacua
A. Puka Nacua and his two brothers, Kai and Isaiah Nacua, are professional football players who attended BYU.
A. Puka Nacua is American by nationality.
A. Puka Nacua was drafted with the 177th pick by the Los Angeles Rams in the 2023 NFL Draft.
A. Puka Nacua signed a 4 year, $4 million contract with the Los Angeles Rams, including a $244,976 signing bonus, $244,976 guaranteed, and an average annual salary of $1 million.
A. Puka Nacua stands 6 feet 2 inches or 188 cm., tall and weighs 212 pounds or 96 kg.
