{
  "id": 19241494,
  "title": "Sean McVay has questioned play call that got Puka Nacua hurt 'over and over'",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/09/sean-mcvay-has-questioned-play-call-that-got-puka-nacua-hurt-over-and",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-09T23:20:25.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/sean-mcvay-questioned-play-call-232025047.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On Sunday, the Los Angeles Rams emerged victorious, but they incurred a significant setback. Quarterback Sean McVay faced harsh criticism over a play call that resulted in Puka Nacua's injury. The final offensive snap featured a jet sweep to Nacua on third-and-11, which yielded only five yards. Despite its minimal yardage, the play allowed the clock to continue running, leading to a futile punt. McVay acknowledged his regret over the decision, questioning it repeatedly during a press conference on Monday. He admitted to \"kicking himself\" for the choice, especially now that Nacua is projected to miss a month and be placed on injured reserve. McVay explained that the jet sweep was a throwaway play designed to extend the clock, but giving it to Nacua, who had already accumulated 15 touches before the play, was a poor decision. The article, originally published on Rams Wire, highlights the long-term ramifications of McVay's questionable play call.",
  "summary": "Sean McVay is \"kicking\" himself over the call that got Puka Nacua hurt on the final play of the game, saying he's questioned it \"over and over.\"",
  "key_points": [
    "Sean McVay criticized play call leading to Puka Nacua's injury.",
    "McVay questioned decision repeatedly during Monday press conference.",
    "Nacua projected to miss a month and be placed on injured reserve."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}