Puka Nacua during a livestream appearance. Photo: Screenshot

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua apologized on Thursday after promising during a livestream appearance the prior day to do a dance following his next touchdown that includes an antisemitic trope.

“When I appeared the other day on a social media livestream, it was suggested to me to perform a specific movement as part of my next touchdown celebration,” Nacua posted on social media. “At the time, I had no idea this act was antisemitic in nature and perpetuated harmful stereotypes against Jewish people.”

“I deeply apologize to anyone who was offended by my actions as I do not stand for any form of racism, bigotry or hate of another group of people,” he added.

The 24-year-old professional football player appeared in a livestream with online streamers Adin Ross and N3on. Aside from calling out NFL referees, Nacua learned a dance that Ross taught him. The moves included Ross spinning the football on the ground, flexing, and then leaning in while rubbing your hands together. Nacua performed the touchdown dance, following Ross’s request, and then the Rams player promised to perform it during a game.

Critics online argued the moves in the dance promote antisemitic stereotypes about the Jewish community, noting the livestream took place mere days after 15 people were murdered in the deadly antisemitic attack against Jews celebrating the first night of Hanukkah in Sydney, Australia. Dozens of people were also wounded.

Puka Nacua will be doing Adin Ross’s ICONIC JEWISH DANCE for his next touchdown celebration 😭 pic.twitter.com/W2dQL4kSMB

— AdinUpdate (@AdinUpdate) December 17, 2025

The NFL so far has not publicly commented on the livestream or apology.

The Rams are playing on Thursday night against the Seattle Seahawks. The Provo, Utah, native has been described as one of the best receivers in the league.