Not only was Tulane’s transfer-quarterback making his first career start but he played a huge role in the Wave’s third victory of the season. McMillan, who got the nod instead of the team’s usual starter Jonathan Banks, finished as Tulane’s third leading rusher with 75 yards and two touchdowns.
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Although he did little through the air (just 92 yards on 10 completions) the former LSU signal-caller led the Green Wave to a 24-17 win they desperately needed. Of course McMillan was supported by a solid rushing attack that put up 312 yards on the Golden Hurricane.