Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua was injured after running into a glass door at billionaire Michael Rubin's annual White Party in the Hamptons. The incident occurred as Nacua was trying to locate Snoop Dogg at the lavish event.
Nacua shared the details on the Impaulsive podcast with Logan Paul, explaining that the glass pane had been recently cleaned and was difficult to see. "Uh, the glass window pane won," Nacua stated, describing the moment he ran into the door. Logan Paul, present at the party, noted Nacua was bleeding from his face and that the glass was almost invisible.
Nacua learned he was not the only guest to have a similar encounter, though he was the only one to end up bleeding. "They made me feel better when they said three other people ran into it," Nacua said. "But nobody else ended up bleeding from it. So I don't know if that made me feel much better or worse."
Rubin's White Party is a prominent annual event hosted at his Hamptons mansion, attracting numerous celebrities. Fanatics founder Rubin has an estimated net worth of $9.6 billion, according to Forbes.
This incident adds to a turbulent offseason for Nacua. He recently sustained a minor groin injury that caused him to miss Rams practice sessions. He also faces potential league discipline following accusations of biting a woman and making an antisemitic statement during a New Year's Eve encounter. ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter reported that Nacua could face a suspension, potentially affecting games as early as the start of the regular season, including the Rams' matchup in Australia against the 49ers.
Nacua has spoken about his offseason efforts, including checking into rehab in May. He described the experience as a period of self-reflection and learning from his past actions. He has been working with a Rams therapist and attending weekly meetings to improve his daily structure and mental well-being. Nacua has expressed gratitude for the support from the organization and his teammates, emphasizing the importance of seeking help and using his platform positively.