The Los Angeles Rams made a late preseason move Thursday, trading running back Jarquez Hunter to the Miami Dolphins in exchange for wide receiver Tutu Atwell.
Puka Nacua has been awaiting a decision from the NFL over a possible suspension, but the league has yet to announce any disciplinary ruling. NFL insider Blaine Grisak believes Atwell’s return could potentially be a clue that the Rams are preparing for Nacua to miss time. The deal came just hours before the Rams’ final preseason game against the Chargers and with the 2026 regular season rapidly approaching.
His role varied during that stretch, but he appeared in a career-high 17 games in 2024. Atwell already knows the Rams’ offensive system after spending his first four NFL seasons with the team. Los Angeles already has depth at wide receiver, but bringing back a player who understands the offense gives the team another experienced option capable of handling meaningful snaps. the league can issue its decision later Although an early ruling would give Los Angeles more time to prepare its lineup.
The NFL is not required to announce a suspension before the regular season begins.
