Rams Star Puka Nacua's Public Flirtation with Sydney Sweeney Draws Backlash from Scooter Braun
Los Angeles Rams standout wide receiver Puka Nacua has ignited a media firestorm with his recent, very public comments expressing a desire to date Hollywood actress and entrepreneur Sydney Sweeney. While some fans have found the exchange amusing or intriguing, it appears Sweeney's current boyfriend, prominent music manager Scooter Braun, is far from pleased with the NFL star's overtures.
Braun's Displeasure and Nacua's Controversial Remarks
According to a report from Page Six, a source close to the situation revealed that Scooter Braun finds it "incredibly disrespectful" for an athlete to attempt to "slide into her DMs." This strong reaction comes directly in response to Puka Nacua's series of suggestive public statements regarding the "Euphoria" and "Anyone But You" star.
The controversy began when Sydney Sweeney, in a candid interview with Cosmopolitan, described herself as a "sporty girl" who would ideally date someone adventurous enough to climb mountains and go skydiving with her. Puka Nacua swiftly reposted this interview excerpt on social media platform X, adding the simple yet provocative comment: "Love skydiving."
The situation escalated during an interview with Overtime on February 3rd. When directly questioned about the potential of a date with Sydney Sweeney, Nacua responded enthusiastically, stating, "I’m gonna jump out of a plane, coach. Full send…" He further elaborated, admitting to feeling "nervous" about the hypothetical date and noting he had "lost a lot of weight," presumably in a lighthearted attempt to present himself as a more suitable match.
Silence from Sweeney and a History of Rumors
Amidst the growing buzz, Sydney Sweeney has maintained a notable silence, choosing to distance herself from the unfolding drama. Neither she nor Scooter Braun has issued any official public response to Puka Nacua's comments as of this reporting.
This is not the first time Sydney Sweeney has been linked to a high-profile athlete. Interestingly, just a few months prior, she was the subject of dating rumors with NFL legend Tom Brady. The speculation arose after the two were spotted together at Amazon founder Jeff Bezos' lavish wedding celebration in Venice. Multiple sources at the time indicated Brady was "really interested" in the actress, though Sweeney never publicly addressed those rumors either.
For now, the spotlight remains on Puka Nacua's bold comments and Scooter Braun's reported disapproval. Fans and commentators alike are left waiting to see if Sydney Sweeney will eventually break her silence on this very public, and increasingly awkward, romantic proposition from the Rams' star player.
