An important milestone was reached Tuesday in Puka Nacua’s process of returning to play. Nacua practiced with the Los Angeles Rams for the first time Tuesday since he got knocked out of the team’s Week 1 loss to the Detroit Lions because of a knee injury.

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua is nearing a return. Nacua was designated for return rom injured reserve by the Rams and rejoined practice

The Rams opened the 21-day practice window for second-year star receiver Puka Nacua on Tuesday. That practice was only a walk-through because the Rams are preparing to host the Minnesota Vikings on Thursday Night Football,