Is Puka Nacua Related to Kai Nacua?
By Jason Bolton July 21, 2024 09:10
The Nacua brothers have become a topic of intrigue and admiration in professional football, where talent often runs in families. Puka Nacua, making headlines in the NFL, and Kai Nacua, carving out his legacy in the United Football League (UFL), have football enthusiasts curious about their relationship. Yes, Puka and Kai Nacua are not just connected by their passion for football, and yes, they are indeed brothers, alongside another sibling who has made his mark in professional football, Samson Nacua.
Puka Nacua's Football Journey
Rams' 2023 fifth-round draft pick Puka Nacua had an impressive rookie year, hauling in 72 catches for over 1100 yards and adding double-digit TDs. He also received little attention, which showcased his talent and made him one of the emerging talented players in the league with great defending.
Puka played wide receiver at Orem High School in Utah and received many honors, including Gatorade Player of the Year. He played for two more seasons at the University of Washington, where he continued to dominate, catching 116 passes for 1,802 yards and another sixteen touchdowns in three years.
Kai's Path to the UFL
The Cleveland Browns originally signed Kai as an undrafted free agent on May 4th, 2017. After short spells with the San Francisco 49ers and New York Jets, he landed in UFL playing for the Michigan Panthers.
Kai has been a force on defense in the UFL, leading the league with four interceptions this year. With this, he may just be positioning himself for another NFL shot; according to the report, his stock has risen in the UFL, and an offer from a training camp might come.
Siblings rarely make it to the pros, much less in different leagues. The Nacua brothers stand as an example of what can be accomplished when one has the right formula of family, sweat, and the desire to pursue athletic excellence. Add the possibility of two Nacua brothers playing against each other, and you have quite a storyline.
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