Rams' 13 Personnel Usage Impacts Puka Nacua's Fantasy Outlook Despite Elite Talent

The Los Angeles Rams' increased use of 13 personnel (three tight ends) has positively impacted quarterback Matthew Stafford's fantasy production, making him a weekly QB1. However, this offensive shift has led to a decrease in snaps and route participation for wide receiver Puka Nacua since Week 6. While Nacua was on the field for nearly 80% of snaps and ran routes on 85% of dropbacks in the first five weeks, his participation has since dropped, with minimal involvement in 13 personnel packages. Davante Adams has seen significant targets out of this formation. Despite this, analysts emphasize that Nacua remains an elite player and should not be faded, with expectations that the Rams may adjust their personnel usage, potentially leaning back into 11 personnel, which would benefit Nacua's route participation numbers and fantasy projections.