India, Dec. 18 -- Puka Nacua is in the news midweek, not because of his on-field performance or brilliant stats this season. The 24-year-old Rams wide receiver is facing intense scrutiny on social media for his recent remarks about league referees and linking Taylor Swift to the Kansas City Chiefs' disastrous season.

Nacua appeared on Twitch alongside popular streamers Adin Ross and N3on, where parts of the conversation quickly circulated on social media. One clip in particular put the young receiver in the spotlight after he openly criticized NFL officiating, questioning both the motives and professionalism of referees.

"The refs are the worst," Nacua said. "These guys are lawyers. They want to be on TV, too."

"You don't think he's te...