The Los Angeles Rams will host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 12. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding WR Puka Nacua.
Is Puka Nacua Playing in Week 12?
Nacua is not on the injury report, and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Rams’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit Nacua in Week 12?
Nacua is so inevitable that a 7-75-0 game on eight targets against one of the best defenses in the NFL feels like a letdown.
Los Angeles’ star has caught 83.9% of his targets this season and has had at least seven looks in seven of nine games (14+ expected points in all seven of those contests). In a huge game, the Rams elected to hand the ball to Nacua multiple times for the first time this year, further proof that they want him dictating their outcome every single week.
Is it ideal that he has just two end zone targets this season? It’s not, but Nacua’s profile and skill set are immune to a usage wart like that, something that could sink other top 15 receivers.
You’re getting a solid return on your investment this year, and he’ll be a first-round pick this summer as we look ahead to 2026.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Nacua’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 12
Nacua is projected to score 24.4 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Nacua to have nine receptions for 119 yards and 0.4 touchdowns. Nacua could also add six rushing yards.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 12 Weather Impact: Buccaneers at Rams
Since the Rams play in a dome, there is no weather impact for this Week 12 matchup. Temperatures will be a comfortable 72 degrees Fahrenheit with no wind.