The Carolina Panthers did not select Tetairoa McMillan to be a developmental project. Those who sat in the war room knew the No. 8 overall pick would be capable of making an immediate impact.
And this was the crowning jewel in Carolina's wide receiver build that could dominate in 2025.
The rookie wide receiver went to high school just 12 miles from Bryce Young. But advocating for McMillan was more than a networking decision for the Panthers quarterback. Instead, he believed the potential connection would be the team's saving grace.
Carolina Panthers wide receiver room holds the key to legitimate progress in 2025
McMillan is part of a star-studded list of Super Bowl-winning, All-Pro caliber wide receivers who have been selected in the top-10 since 2021.