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NFL·INJURY·September 19, 2026 07:49 AM ET

Aaron Donald still targets Monday; Puka Nacua misses Friday practice

Sept. 21 had been Donald's target all week.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 191 min read
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More about DT Aaron Donald planning to play Monday night but WR Puka Nacua missing practice Friday, via @sarahbarshop: Via @AdamSchefter on X

What happened: Donald remains on track for Monday night after targeting Sept. 21 throughout the week. Sean McVay said earlier he was hopeful Donald would go, pending how he felt coming off 11-on-11 work. Nacua missed Friday's practice, adding a second late-week availability question before kickoff.

Why it matters: Donald’s return would stabilize the defensive front for Monday night. Nacua’s missed practice matters because late-week absences can narrow lineup certainty and force adjustments in the passing game.

What to watch: The next status update will show whether Nacua gets back on the field before Monday. Donald's designation should firm up when final availability decisions are made.

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