That reinforcement, along with the tough love from his brothers – “probably my biggest critics,” he calls them – has been freeing. “I’ve been really proud of the accountability he’s shown and the way he’s responded to things he can learn from,” McVay said. “I’m trying to take accountability for the things I know I can change and continue to grow from,” Nacua said. “I want to become the best version of myself on and off the football field.” And as he settles into a training camp he’s dominated early, Nacua looks completely at ease.