NFL fans were stunned after a viral clip showed Los Angeles Rams star Puka Nacua loudly cheering during the UFC 326 main event.
The wide receiver was in attendance for the fight between Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira in Las Vegas.
But it was his animated reaction between rounds that quickly became one of the most talked-about moments online.
Puka Nacua goes viral during UFC 326 main event
MLFootball shared the clip showing Puka Nacua reacting passionately from the crowd while Max Holloway sat on his stool between rounds against Charles Oliveira.
The Rams receiver could be seen screaming and yelling while the cameras focused on him in the audience.
Nacua appeared completely absorbed in the fight as Holloway prepared to continue the bout during the break.
The moment quickly spread across social media, with many viewers surprised to see the normally calm and soft-spoken NFL star showing that level of energy during the fight.
NFL fans react to Puka Nacua’s UFC 326 moment
The clip triggered plenty of discussion among NFL fans once it began circulating on social media.
One fan joked, “Puka on the good stuff,” while another tried to calm the criticism by writing, “Dude’s just vibin’ at the fight, relax.”
Some viewers were more concerned about the wide receiver’s behaviour.
“Kinda looks like Puka might need an intervention sometime soon!” one comment read, while another user added, “Bro, this dude was so humble and likable, but this is his like 3rd video of him being so drunk smh.”
Others pushed back on the criticism and defended the Rams star, with one fan replying, “You don’t understand Hawaiian pride.”
The reactions showed just how quickly even a brief moment from the crowd can become a viral talking point during major sporting events.
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