India, April 2 -- Puka Nacua's decision to check into a rehab facility has sparked questions about whether the Los Angeles Rams star could face suspension ahead of the 2026 season. However, under NFL rules, the move may actually shield him from immediate disciplinary action.

According to Pro Football Network, Nacua voluntarily entered a Malibu-based holistic care facility earlier this year. That decision is significant under the NFL's substance abuse policy.

The league's program is structured to encourage players to seek help proactively. By entering rehab on his own, Nacua triggered the self-reporting clause, placing him in Stage 1 of the intervention program.

This means:

Timing played a crucial role. Nacua's attorney, Levi McCathern...