NFL Star Puka Nacua Apologizes for Antisemitic Gesture
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Nacua, whose Rams face the Seattle Seahawks on "Thursday Night Football," isn't the only member of his family who has recently made headlines for the wrong reasons. His brother, Samson Nacua, was arrested Saturday for allegedly stealing the SUV of Los Angeles Lakers forward Adou Thiero.
With Ross’ encouragement, Nacua also worked on a touchdown dance in the stream in which he spins the ball, flexes and then rubs his hands. The rubbing of the hands has become a signature move of Ross’ that he acknowledges is referencing a stereotype about Jewish people. It is not clear from the clips circulating online if Nacua was aware of that.
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Rams, NFL release statements on Puka Nacua's controversial actions during livestream
The NFL and Rams have now released statements on Puka Nacua's controversial actions during a livestream this week.
Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua apologizes for making an antisemitic gesture during a live stream, saying he had no idea what he did was considered offensive.
Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua has issued an apology following a recent appearance on a livestream in which he promised a pair of streamers that he would do a touchdown celebration believed to be antisemitic in nature.
Samson Nacua last played for the UFL's now-defunct Michigan Panthers after brief training camp stops in the NFL.
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