Tetairoa McMillan has taken the Carolina Panthers by storm through three weeks of his rookie campaign. The wide receiver looks as advertised, producing solid numbers and demonstrating his flair for the extravagant along the way.
McMillan has set a high bar for himself. The Panthers were always confident that he could become a legitimate force quickly. Still, the No. 8 overall selection in the 2025 NFL Draft is reportedly going to get a supreme measuring stick this weekend against the New England Patriots.
That is due to a returning player who completely shifts the dynamic of how New England approaches its business on defense.