Erin Andrews, Charissa Thompson (Photo via Google)
It looks like Puka Nacua has two big fans on his side.

Erin Andrews and Charissa Thompson always speak their minds when they come together for their popular “Calm Down” podcast.

Just before the 2025 season began, things were looking murky for the duo as their contracts with Fox Sports expired after Super Bowl 59. Both futures were unclear, since it’s rare for major networks to let marquee on-air talents test free agency and entertain offers from rival companies.

After months of nothing happening, Ryan Glasspiegel and Michael McCarthy of Front Office Sports would break the news that both women signed “lucrative” extensions with Fox Sports.

The duo has been on cloud nine ever since.

Last weekend, Erin Andrews was at M&T Bank Stadium to cover a Week 6 matchup between the Baltimore Ravens and the Los Angeles Rams. Before that contest, she interviewed with All-Pro wide receiver Puka Nacua.

She discussed that during the latest episode of the “Calm Down” podcast, referring to him as a “cutie.”

“Puka in my interview goes, ‘Yeah, and it’s only Week 5.’ I go, ‘It’s Week 6.’ He didn’t even know – cutie,” Andrews said.

Charissa Thompson added, “I know that was cute.”

“I can’t handle him. I just love him so much.”

Puka Nacua Is Still Not Healthy

FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS – NOVEMBER 17: Puka Nacua #17 of the Los Angeles Rams celebrates after beating the New England Patriots 28-22 at Gillette Stadium on November 17, 2024 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Getty Images)
On Monday, the Rams received terrible news after star wideout Puka Nacua sustained a foot injury in the second quarter of the game against the Ravens.

According to Ian Rapoport, Nacua is expected to miss time with an ankle sprain.

Head coach Sean McVay said he was uncertain if the star wide receiver would be able to play against the Jaguars next week in London.

Speaking to ESPN, Rams coach Sean McVay said, “There’s a difference between return to play, return to performance. You want to put him in a position to have successful outcomes. I do think some of that is reflected in is he able to go through practice and really get a good feel to allow him to feel comfortable and confident in what he would be asking if he goes.”

“If not, then you have a ton of confidence in the group that with guys that’ll be asked to take on bigger roles. You don’t ever replace a stud like him, but we’ve got a lot of confidence in the other if that’s the case,” he added.

Puka Nacua hasn’t practiced much this week, which leads you to believe that he will most certainly miss Sunday’s game.

When asked if there was any way Nacua might suit up for the game, McVay said, “I think it’d probably be tough to say.”

Nacua entered the game against the Ravens, leading the NFL in receptions and receiving yards.

Luka Doncic ‘destroys’ the Mavs on his return. Gets standing ovation and shows love to Mark Cuban

Luka Doncic hits 45 points in his first game in Dallas since being traded to the Los Angeles.

It’s rare for a home crowd to cheer the visiting team, but Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas was no ordinary night.

Just days before February’s trade deadline, the Mavericks shocked the NBA by sending their 26-year-old superstar to the Lakers—a move that outraged fans and sparked backlash toward GM Nico Harrison.

On Wednesday, Doncic played his first game back in Dallas since the trade. The arena was filled with fans in both his old Mavs and new Lakers jerseys, many chanting “Fire Nico” in protest.

Despite the emotion in the air, Doncic delivered a dominant performance, scoring a game-high 45 points to lead the Lakers to a 112-97 win. It was a powerful return for one of the league’s brightest stars—and a night Dallas won’t soon forget

The Mavericks pay tribute to Luka Dončić

While the Mavericks’ decision to trade Luka Doncic remains heavily criticized, they handled his return to Dallas with undeniable grace. The organization made sure his first game back as a Laker was met with respect and appreciation.

Every seat in the arena was draped with a T-shirt reading “Hvala za vse,” which translates from Slovenian to “thank you for everything.” It was a thoughtful nod to Doncic’s heritage and impact on the franchise.

Before tip-off, during the starting lineup announcements, the Mavericks played a tribute video showcasing some of Doncic’s most iconic moments in a Dallas jersey. The emotional gesture clearly resonated—moving Doncic to tears in front of the crowd that once called him their own.

Luka Doncic ‘DESTROYS’ his old team

Luka delivered a dazzling performance against his former team, putting up 45 points on 16-of-28 shooting, including 7-of-10 from beyond the arc. He also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in a game that showed exactly why he’s one of the best in the league.

From the opening tip, Doncic was locked in. By halftime, Doncic had racked up 31 points on 11-of-16 shooting in just 19 minutes—marking the 10th time in his career he’s scored 30 or more in a single half.

Though his scoring slowed in the second half, he continued to lead effectively, securing both a Lakers win and an unforgettable showing for the fans in Dallas.