Puka Nacua is one of the few players in the NFL who never shies away from putting their thoughts and opinions in public. Time and again, we have seen him react to controversial decisions and issues in the NFL. For instance, in December 2025, Puka Nacua broke the internet after he made a controversial remark during a Twitch live stream. The Los Angeles Rams wide receiver stated that some NFL referees make unnecessary calls just to get television attention. He went on to add that not all referees, but a few, prioritize getting into the headlines rather than enforcing the game fairly.
Puka Nacua trends after slamming NFL referees for “attention-seeking calls” and jokingly blaming Taylor Swift’s presence for the Chiefs’ playoff collapse
The NFL player’s comment went viral in no time, and while some people disagreed with his statement, a large section of the NFL fans resonated with his thoughts. Although the public criticism of referees can lead to league fines, Puka Nacua once again showed that he isn’t bothered by it and cannot stop himself from saying what he feels. So many frustrated NFL fans have appreciated Nacua on X, Facebook, Instagram, and Reddit columns for raising his voice publicly on such an important matter.
