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BREAKING NEWS: Rams’ Puka Nacua Drops ‘Weird’ Revelation About Cooper Kupp’s Departure

Los Angeles, CA – June 6, 2025

In a surprising twist following Cooper Kupp’s recent departure from the Los Angeles Rams, second-year wide receiver Puka Nacua has shared an unexpected — and frankly, weird — detail about the exit of the former Super Bowl MVP.

During a locker room media session this week, Nacua was asked about his evolving role in the offense and how the team is adjusting without Kupp, who was released earlier this offseason in a move that shocked fans and left a noticeable void in the Rams’ offense. But it was Nacua’s unfiltered answer that grabbed attention.

“Honestly, it felt off from the start,” Nacua said. “Like, Kupp didn’t say goodbye to anyone. One day he was just… gone. No text, no meeting, no speech. It was kind of weird, man.”

The revelation adds a strange layer to what was already a murky departure. Kupp, 31, had been a fixture in the Rams’ offense and locker room culture for years. Injuries had slowed him in recent seasons, but many still viewed him as a mentor and emotional leader — particularly for Nacua, who credited Kupp for helping him learn the playbook during his breakout rookie campaign in 2023.

But according to Nacua, that mentorship may have gone cold toward the end.

“He helped me a ton early on. But something changed last season. He wasn’t around as much. I don’t know if it was personal or just football stuff, but it got distant.”

What Happened Behind the Scenes?

Team sources have remained tight-lipped about the real reason for Kupp’s sudden departure. Officially, the move was labeled as a “cap decision,” but rumors have swirled about internal disagreements between Kupp and the coaching staff over his role and usage. Some speculate that Kupp’s reduced targets, combined with Nacua’s rapid rise, may have led to tension.

Adding to the mystery, Kupp has remained silent on social media and has yet to publicly address his release or thank the Rams organization — something nearly all departing veterans traditionally do.

Nacua Steps Into the Spotlight

If there’s a silver lining for the Rams, it’s that Puka Nacua seems fully prepared to carry the torch. After a historic rookie season in 2023 — where he set multiple franchise and league rookie records — Nacua is now the undisputed WR1 in L.A.

“I learned a lot from Coop. But now it’s my room,” Nacua said. “I’m ready.”

Head coach Sean McVay echoed that sentiment earlier this week, praising Nacua’s leadership growth and work ethic during OTAs. “Puka’s not just a playmaker — he’s a culture-setter now,” McVay said. “He’s earned that.”

The Kupp Era Ends in Silence

For now, fans are left with questions — and an odd silence — where closure should be. Cooper Kupp’s legacy in Los Angeles remains intact, but his quiet exit, coupled with Nacua’s strange account, adds an unexpected footnote to an otherwise iconic run.

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