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Puka Nacua Could Become NFL’s Highest-Paid Receiver with Next Rams Contract

Puka Nacua Could Become NFL’s Highest-Paid Receiver with Next Rams Contract

Summary

Los Angeles Rams player Puka Nacua is in line to become the highest-paid wide receiver in NFL history with a new contract. The Rams are prioritizing signing him after he had a standout season. This move could place him above Cincinnati Bengals' Ja'Marr Chase, who currently holds the record for the highest average salary for a receiver.

Key Facts

  • Puka Nacua plays for the Los Angeles Rams in the NFL.
  • Nacua is expected to sign a contract that makes him the highest-paid wide receiver in history.
  • The Rams consider signing Nacua a top priority this offseason.
  • Nacua was drafted by the Rams in the fifth round three years ago.
  • He had a breakout season in 2025, nearly leading the Rams to the Super Bowl.
  • Seattle Seahawks' Jaxon Smith-Njigba is also expected to sign a large contract soon.
  • Cincinnati Bengals' Ja'Marr Chase currently has the highest average salary for a wide receiver at $40.25 million.

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