Los Angeles Rams all-pro wide receiver Puka Nacua has entered a rehab center after some recent off-field issues.

Nacua was recently accused of assault and battery by a woman who alleges he bit her on the shoulder on New Year’s Eve and made an antisemitic remark. 

Neither Nacua’s attorney, Levi McCathern, nor the Rams, immediately responded to an email for confirmation. 

However, the New York Post quoted McCathern as saying, “He was in there a substantial period of time before any of these allegations broke with Madison, and he’s scheduled to be there for a while longer.”

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Puka Nacua of the Los Angeles Rams reacts after a catch during the third quarter against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field Dec. 18, 2025, in Seattle.  (Steph Chambers/Getty Images)

“The combination of stories ya’ll have run is certainly a contributing factor,” the attorney said, adding that Nacua wants to “improve his overall behavior in every aspect of his life that he can do it.”

Plaintiff Madison Atiabi says Nacua bit her and left teeth marks on her shoulder when they were in a van together later in the night, and she claims Nacua also bit her friend’s thumb.

McCathern strongly denied Nacua made any antisemitic statements but described the bites as “horseplay.”

Atiabi and her attorney, Joseph Kar, claim Nacua made an antisemitic exclamation that emotionally distressed her when they were together in Century City. 

Puka Nacua of the Los Angeles Rams reacts during the second quarter against the Indianapolis Colts at SoFi Stadium on Sept. 28, 2025, in Inglewood, Calif. (Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

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McCathern said “the whole claim is nothing more than a shakedown attempt” and that the bite “left nothing more than a temporary mark,” according to TMZ.

Nacua apologized for performing an “antisemitic” act on a YouTube stream last last year. Nakua discussed touchdown celebrations on YouTuber Adin Ross’ stream, and, in the video, Ross instructed Nakua to spike the ball, flex and then rub his hands together. Ross, who is Jewish, has referred to the movement as his own “dance” or “emote.”

Many, however, believed the celebration perpetuated a harmful anti-Jewish stereotype. Nacua received overwhelming pushback and issued an apology.

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua (17) runs the ball against Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin (3) during the first half at SoFi Stadium.  (Gary A. Vasquez/Imagn Images)

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Nacua caught 129 passes for 1,715 yards and 10 touchdowns last season, all of career highs.

Fox News’ Jackson Thompson contributed to this report.

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Tiger Woods was granted permission to travel outside the United States to begin treatment he said he would seek after his DUI arrest Friday in Jupiter Island, Fla. 

Woods’ attorney, Douglas N. Duncan, filed a motion requesting permission to leave the country, which was granted by Judge Darren Steele. 

“Based upon the Defendant’s treating physician, the out of country treatment facility recommendation is based upon the Defendant’s complex clinical presentation and the urgent need for a level of care that cannot safely or effectively be done within the United States as his privacy has been repeatedly compromised,” court documents obtained by Fox News Digital said. 

“Ongoing medical scrutiny and public exposure create significant barriers to his care and would result in setbacks and an inability to fully engage in treatment.”

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Golfer Tiger Woods stands by his overturned vehicle in Jupiter Island, Fla., Friday, March 27, 2026.  (Jason Oteri/AP)

It’s unknown where exactly Woods would travel for treatment, though the court documents included the “treatment facility will provide continuous monitoring and the ability to rapidly adjust treatment interventions in a highly controlled environment.”

Woods announced he would be stepping away from golf to seek treatment “and focus on my health” after his DUI arrest after a rollover crash.

“I know and understand the seriousness of the situation I find myself in today,” Woods said in a statement posted on social media. 

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“I am stepping away for a period of time to seek treatment and focus on my health. This is necessary in order for me to prioritize my well-being and work toward lasting recovery. 

“I’m committed to taking the time needed to return in a healthier, stronger, and more focused place, both personally and professionally. I appreciate your understanding and support, and ask for privacy for my family, loved ones and myself at this time.”

Woods released the statement Tuesday after entering a plea of not guilty, waiving his right to an arraignment and demanding a trial with a jury. He was arrested on charges of driving under the influence with property damage and refusal to submit to a blood alcohol level (BAL) test after law enforcement said his vehicle collided with another while he drove impaired.

Tiger Woods of Jupiter Links Golf Club waves to fans as he is introduced at the start of a match of the TMRW Golf League against Boston Common Golf Jan. 27, 2025, in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

After Woods was placed under arrest at the crash site, where law enforcement noted he was “sweating profusely” in an arrest affidavit obtained by Fox News Digital, he was found to have “two white pills” inside a pants pocket. They were later identified as hydrocodone, a prescription pain relief opioid.

Woods submitted to a Breathalyzer test after being booked in Martin County Jail, clearing a 0.00 result on both samples. However, he declined to submit a urine test, which resulted in another charge. 

It’s the second DUI arrest for Woods in the last decade. He was also taken into custody on Jupiter Island in 2017 after being asleep behind the wheel of a running vehicle at 3 a.m. after taking prescription drugs. 

Woods had just returned to The Golf League earlier this month for his first round of competition since undergoing more surgeries on his back while also needing to repair a torn Achilles. 

Tiger Woods was arrested on a DUI charge after a crash in Florida March 27, 2006. (AP/Martin County Sheriff’s Office)

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There was a chance Woods would make an appearance at the Masters Tournament next week, but Augusta National Chairman Fred Ridley confirmed that Woods would not be in the field for the first major of 2026. 

Woods’ TGL teammate, Kevin Kisner, also noted recently that Woods signed up for the U.S. Senior Open, which tees off in early July. 

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The San Francisco Giants have had a challenging 2026 season thus far, and Wednesday’s game against the San Diego Padres suggested that frustration may already be creeping in. To start the season, the Giants endured a home sweep at the hands of the New York Yankees and were out-scored 13-1 across those three games. Wednesday presented an opportunity to erase those recent memories, as they had taken the first two games of the set against their National League West rivals. That turned out not to happen, as the Padres prevailed 7-1 behind a strong start from Nick Pivetta.

As for those aforementioned frustrations, they most visibly belonged to veteran third baseman Matt Chapman. With two out and two on in the bottom of the fifth, Xander Bogaerts chopped one to Chapman, who had to make a hurried and somewhat off-balance throw to Casey Schmitt at first base. It didn’t go as planned:

That’s a high throw and an error on Chapman, but it appeared to be catchable on the part of Schmitt. Chapman apparently agreed, as during the ensuing mound visit, he appeared to tell Schmitt to “catch the f—ing ball.”

No doubt, Chapman was also thinking of a similar play in the first inning when Schmitt was charged with an error:

Those plays accounted for both Padre runs, at least until they pulled away in the later innings. After the game, Chapman addressed the mound visit incident with reporters. Via NBC Sports Bay Area:

“We’re all brothers here. It’s the heat of the moment. I already talked to Casey. It’s all good.”

As for Schmitt, he also weighed in post-game, via the San Francisco Chronicle:

“We’re trying to win games. I mean, obviously I’m not mad about it or anything. That’s baseball. I mean, those are things I should have done and didn’t.”

In Schmitt’s defense, he’s far more familiar with the other infield positions, and Wednesday marked just his 18th career start at first base. However, the utility infielder was pressed into regular duty at first base because of Rafael Devers‘ balky hamstring, which has limited him to DH thus far. As well, the organization determined that young first baseman Bryce Eldridge, the Giants’ top prospect, needed further seasoning at Triple-A to start the year. If it’s any consolation to Chapman, Schmitt shouldn’t be at first base much longer.

All of this, of course, isn’t a big deal or even anything all that unusual. It just happened to be caught by the lens and lip readers, which is why we’re talking about it. 

Manchester United face two fresh hurdles as Michael Carrick attempts to keep the club’s current run of form going after three weeks without a game

Michael Carrick faces the challenge of preserving Manchester United’s momentum once the club resumes competitive action. After the international break, United have an additional week’s hiatus while the FA Cup quarter-finals take place.

The squad is shortly due to embark on an intensive training camp in Ireland to maintain match sharpness. The players will head to Dublin on April 6 for a four-night stint ahead of the final seven fixtures of the campaign.

That said, there are already considerable obstacles in need of address. Fortunately for Carrick, though, two evolving situations lie beyond his remit as he attempts to concentrate efforts on matters on the pitch.

One such piece of business he’ll have limited influence over is Marcus Rashford‘s transfer future. MEN Sport examines that and more in the latest United headlines.

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Maguire charged over red card fracas

Harry Maguire’s immediate participation in Carrick’s plans has been put in doubt after he was charged by the Football Association. It was disclosed on Wednesday that the England defender faces potential further sanctions following his red card at Bournemouth last month.

Maguire, 33, received a straight red for tugging Evanilson’s shirt in the box before Bournemouth scored the resulting penalty to draw 2-2. However, it was his furious response to referee Stuart Attwell and fourth official Matt Donohue that resulted in him being charged.

“Harry Maguire has been charged after being sent off in the 78th minute of Man Utd’s Premier League match against Bournemouth on March 20,” read an FA statement. “It’s alleged that the defender acted in an improper manner and/or abusive and/or insulting words and/or behaviour towards the fourth official following his dismissal. Harry Maguire has until April 2 to provide a response.”

Maguire’s suspension meant he was already set to miss United’s fixture against Leeds on April 13. Nevertheless, his ban could be increased depending on the outcome of his charge and whether United opt to appeal.

Carrick also expressed his frustration over the incident, insisting his side should have been awarded a second penalty. Amad Diallo went down following a challenge from Adrien Truffert, but the VAR determined the contact wasn’t sufficient to warrant a spot-kick after Bruno Fernandes had already scored once from 12 yards.

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“We should have had another penalty,” Carrick told Sky Sports at the time. “Obviously, if you get one, you must get the other. It’s pretty much identical for me, two-hand grab.

“Either way, [the ref] got one wrong, but to give one and not give the other, I can’t get my head around it. I think it’s crazy. It’s a bit baffling, really. Because of that, they score, and then it’s chaos after that, really. We should have had another penalty, and the game would have been totally different.”

Barcelona’s cut-price Rashford clause expires

For months, many have been puzzled over what has prevented Barcelona from tying Rashford down to a permanent deal. The exclusive £26million fee written into his loan agreement at the Camp Nou was widely regarded as a steal, but that option is no longer available.

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Cadena SER reported that the conditions of that arrangement lapsed at the end of March. This now means Barca will need to negotiate a fee for the player in the same manner as any other club.

This could indicate the Catalans aren’t fully committed to securing the England forward on a permanent basis. Alternatively, it might simply suggest Barcelona are still undecided at a time when the club’s financial situation is unstable.

Club legend and now sporting director Deco was recently questioned about Barca’s chances of signing Atletico Madrid’s Julian Alvarez. He referred to the three months until summer as “like an eternity,” so it’s plausible he and other board members may hold a similar perspective regarding Rashford’s prospects.

It’s uncertain how much United might demand for their player or whether Barca might still receive a slightly more favourable deal as a gesture to Rashford, who wants the permanent switch. However, one certainty is that the Spaniards will be expected to pay a higher fee than the bargain sum available had they acted more promptly.

Reece Goodwin, the Pakenham handler, is confident this prep could restore Lovelycut’s success on the track.

The mare, aged four, resumes action in Saturday’s Geoff Murphy Handicap (1200m), lacking concrete future engagements, but a sharp performance first-up may lead her to the Adelaide carnival.

Having raced sparingly, Lovelycut has often demonstrated considerable promise. Her breakthrough came with a Sandown win near the end of her two-year-old stint, and in spring she resumed to claim second at Listed level, fourth in the Vanity Stakes (1400m) at Flemington, before settling midfield in the Thousand Guineas at Caulfield, missing the winner by under three lengths.

She was rested to mature, skipping autumn as a three-year-old, and returned last spring for three starts ending in a 1400m victory at Seymour.

Goodwin voiced his approval of the mare’s current condition.

“Off the back of last prep where she won over 1400 metres, she’s going to be suited at 1400 and 1600 this time around and Saturday is a good kick-off for her,” Goodwin said.

“She could have run in one of the 1100-metre races at Flemington last week, but I just thought 1200 would be a better kick off for her.

“She’s probably not as sharp as she was when she was a two-year-old, three-year-old and it looks a competitive race on Saturday as well, but she’s pretty good fitness wise.

“She’s there to run really well.”

Goodwin highlighted how Lovelycut has matured into a tougher mare suited to racing rigours.

Winter’s arrival means precise programming is vital.

“I’m looking forward to seeing what she can do through the winter,” he said.

“(The) Adelaide carnival could be on the radar depending on how she goes Saturday.

“If she was to win, or run really strongly, we would have to give strong consideration to that because she would go into the mid-80’s ratings wise, but there’s no set plans.

“She’s a highly-strung mare, so travelling her would take a bit out of her, so we want to make sure if we were to go there, it was worthwhile.”

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The NBA fined the Portland Trail Blazers $100,000 and suspended assistant general managers Sergi Oliva and Mike Schmitz for two weeks without pay for violating league rules “governing contact with draft-ineligible players” in connection with the team’s scouting of Yang Hansen in December 2023, the league announced on Wednesday. 

The Blazers said they “self-reported” this matter to the NBA. 

“When this was brought to our attention the Portland Trail Blazers self-reported to the NBA,” the team said in a statement. “The team cooperated fully with the investigation and accept the league’s determination.”

The Trail Blazers traded for Hansen, the No. 16 overall pick in 2025, on draft night, sending No. 11 pick Cedric Coward to the Grizzlies in a package that also brought a 2028 first-round pick and two second-rounders back to Portland. Before landing with Portland, Hansen played two seasons for the Qingdao Eagles in China’s top professional league. 

Hansen, listed at 7-foot-1 and 270 pounds, was 19 at the time, and Portland general manager Joe Cronin said in July that the team “deeply” scouted him before selecting him in the first round. 

“We’ve been scouting him deeply for almost two years now,” Cronin said after the 2025 draft. “We had a scout identify him during one of his under-18 events. And then we sent Mike and Sergi, our two assistant GMs, over to China that fall to go scout him live. When they came back from that trip, they left very, very impressed. We were actually hoping he would be in last year’s draft (2024). He didn’t declare last year, so we continued to scout him for the last year.”

Hansen became something of a social media darling when his game footage playing for the Qingdao Eagles was introduced to the masses. He also had his moments in Summer League, but he has struggled to make an impact during his rookie year. In 41 games, he’s averaging 2.3 points and 1.6 rebounds in 7.2 minutes per game while shooting just 31% from the field. 

Winners of seven of their last nine, the Blazers are 39-38 and currently the No. 9 seed in the Western Conference standings.