We’ve almost wrapped up Week 6, and like clockwork, the injury bug bit again. This week’s list isn’t short of big names, but two stand out: Emeka Egbuka and Puka Nacua. Both playmakers went down at what could be crucial moments for their teams. So let’s look at their situation.

According to Fox Sports’ Greg Auman, head coach Todd Bowles had no update on wide receiver Egbuka after the game, saying it was a hamstring injury but didn’t know the severity. “It’s rare you leave a game with a hamstring and don’t miss at least the following game as a result,” Bowles said.

That’s a tough sign for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

In the second half against the San Francisco 49ers, the rookie suffered the injury. It wasn’t clear when it happened, but it was bad enough to rule him out for the rest of the contest. Egbuka Egbuka had 2 catches for 24 yards before the injury. The Bucs will send him for more tests to figure out how serious it is.

Now switching coasts, let’s talk about Puka Nacua.

Puka Nacua’s scare shakes Rams’ offense

The Los Angeles Rams’ wide receiver 1 scared everyone in the City of Angels after a nasty fall. While trying for a touchdown on a jump ball, he hit the ground awkwardly. But soon after that, he tried to stand up but eventually went down again. And then trainers helped him and took straight to the locker room.

However, despite being questionable, he returned in the second half. But even with that return, things didn’t look right.

He had two catches for 28 yards in Week 6’s game against the Baltimore Ravens, but nothing after halftime. Even head coach Sean McVay is unsure about Nacua’s availability in Week 7 despite his late return. So if Nacua misses time, the Rams’ offense could lose its rhythm and explosiveness.

He leads the team with 52 receptions for 588 yards and 2 touchdowns through Week 6, ranking first in the NFL in catches and receiving yards. Without him, the Rams would rely more heavily on secondary options like Tutu Atwell and Tyler Higbee, who haven’t matched his production or versatility.

Nacua’s ability to win contested catches, stretch the field, and block in the run game makes him central to Sean McVay’s scheme. His absence would likely reduce third-down efficiency and limit deep-threat opportunities, forcing the Rams into a more conservative, less dynamic approach.

More stars sidelined: Week 6 injury toll grows

Apart from Emeka Egbuka and Puka Nacua, the injury list is long. So let’s explore 4 more important injuries happened in Week 6.

First up is Calvin Ridley. The Tennessee Titans’ WR1 grabbed an 18-yard reception early in the first quarter against the Las Vegas Raiders, but that was it. After that, he was out with a hamstring injury and never made it back on the field. That’s a bad sign for the Titans, who can’t afford to lose another weapon in an already struggling offense.

And the Arizona Cardinals also just can’t catch a break. Their backfield, already thin after Trey Benson hit injured reserve, took another blow in Week 6. RB Emari Demercado went down with an ankle injury against the Indianapolis Colts. He had stepped up as part of a committee backfield, but now the Cards might be down to scraps.

And there is Marvin Harrison Jr. The Arizona Cardinals WR1  left the same game in the second quarter with a concussion and never returned. That’s tough to watch because Harrison was finally finding his rhythm. Over the last two weeks, he had racked up 164 receiving yards and a touchdown. Just when he was heating up, the Cardinals lost him.

Finally, let’s talk about Garrett Wilson. The New York Jets star had a rough morning in Denver. Facing CB Pat Surtain II, he was completely bottled up — just three catches for 13 yards. And in post-game, Aaron Glenn confirmed Wilson has an injury. He played through it, but it seems he tweaked his knee. Reports say an MRI is coming later this week. So yeah, more nervous days ahead for Gang Green. Follow us for more updates.