Puka Nacua's Red Zone Usage and TD Upside Diminished by Rams' Scheme

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua's touchdown upside has reportedly decreased due to the team's offensive scheme, particularly their increased use of 13 personnel (one running back, three tight ends). Since returning from injury three weeks ago, Nacua's red zone route share has dropped to 34.7%, significantly lowering his touchdown potential. The Rams have utilized 13 personnel on 59% of their red zone dropbacks in the last three games, with Nacua running zero routes out of this formation this season. This has led to a disparity in targets, with Nacua being out-targeted by Davante Adams inside the 20-yard line (19 to 7) despite having more targets outside the red zone (80 to 59) over the season. Nacua has only seven red zone targets and two touchdowns on the year. If the Rams continue this offensive approach, it is expected to further limit Nacua's touchdown prospects.