Coming out of high school, Nacua decided to commit to play college football for the Utah Utes as a walk-on.
[10][11] In Nacua's final collegiate season in 2021, he played in all 13 games for BYU where he tallied 21 receptions for 329 yards and three touchdowns.
[12] After not being selected in the 2022 NFL draft, Nacua signed with the Indianapolis Colts as an undrafted free agent.
[16][17] After being released by the Colts, Nacua signed with the Pittsburgh Maulers of the USFL, where he played in two games.
His younger brother Puka played college football with him at BYU and is currently a Pro Bowl wide receiver for the Los Angeles Rams.