Overview
- McVay, speaking Monday at the NFL’s annual meeting, said he trusts Nacua’s character and will wait for all facts before judgment while emphasizing clear expectations off the field.
- A civil lawsuit filed by Madison Atiabi alleges Nacua made an antisemitic remark and bit her on New Year’s Eve, with a court hearing scheduled for April 14 after a restraining-order request was withdrawn.
- Nacua’s attorney, Levi McCathern, denies that his client used a slur and describes the physical contact as mutual horseplay, adding that Nacua is pursuing legal remedies against what he calls false claims.
- The Rams have discussed the situation internally as Nacua enters the final year of his rookie deal, and McVay said they hope he remains with the team long term as extension talks near.
- Nacua led the NFL in 2025 with 129 receptions after earlier off-field issues that included an apology for a livestream gesture tied to antisemitic tropes and a $25,000 fine for criticizing officials.