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Cat Scratch Reader fantasy football takes on Tetairoa McMillan
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All Cat Scratch Reader insights about Tetairoa McMillan
NegativeUsageOct 25, 2026
McMillan caught a first-down reception on the Panthers' opening play of the second half; provided one of the few bright spots for the Panthers' offense in the third quarter.PositiveUsageOct 22, 2026
The Panthers have found success in the middle of the field, particularly on RPO throws to Tetairoa McMillan and Jalen Coker. Given Alex Anzalone's coverage struggles for the Buccaneers, those short passes in the middle of the field can turn into big chunk plays if the Panthers continue to execute them with the same success they've had so far this season.PositiveBreakoutOct 20, 2026
Tetairoa McMillan's six receptions in this game tied him with Kelvin Benjamin as the second fastest player in Panthers team history to reach 100 career receptions, demonstrating rapid receiving production and role establishment early in his career.PositiveUsageOct 18, 2026
Multiple receptions throughout the game; hit a couple times by Bryce Young to quickly move into field goal range early; picked up first downs including one while benefiting from a roughing the passer penalty.PositiveUsageOct 18, 2026
Tetairoa McMillan, when healthy, is feasting under Bryce Young's newfound confidence and competence, indicating elevated target volume and production opportunity tied to Young's improved play and McMillan's health status.PositiveMatchupOct 15, 2026
McMillan had an exceptional performance on Sunday Night Football against the Lions, finishing with 14 catches for 192 yards and two touchdowns against a very bad Lions defense. However, this week's test against Quinyon Mitchell is significantly tougher, as Mitchell has been one of the better corners in the league since arriving in 2024. The Panthers will need to trust McMillan to win one-on-one matchups against Mitchell to open up the offense, with Jalen Coker back to help draw defensive attention.PositiveProjectionOct 7, 2026
McMillan posted a career-best 14 catches for 192 yards and 2 touchdowns in Week 4 against Detroit, earning NFC Offensive Player of the Week honors. He became the first wide receiver in Panthers franchise history to win the award, joining an elite group of only four wide receivers to earn the honor in the past three seasons. His performance came as the 2025 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year continues to establish himself as a premier receiving option.PositiveRoleOct 5, 2026
Rose to the occasion despite Jalen Coker's absence, which threatened to increase defensive attention on McMillan; the source notes he stepped up to cover offensive absences and delivered in a nearly perfect offensive performance for the Panthers.PositiveUsageOct 5, 2026
McMillan dominated the game with 147 receiving yards in the first half alone, with Bryce Young repeatedly targeting him on RPOs, bubble screens, and deep shots. Young 'spammed McMillan all the way into field goal range' late in the second quarter, and McMillan caught touchdowns on a 32-yard deep ball, a slant to the middle, and a toe-drag catch on 3rd and 14 in the fourth quarter. Despite Jalen Coker's absence creating extra defensive attention, McMillan rose to the occasion with multiple first-down conversions and game-winning plays.NegativeUsageSep 27, 2026
McMillan was targeted on a third-down conversion out route late in the second quarter, helping the Panthers pick up their first third down conversion of the game and move the offense along with the help of penalties.PositiveMatchupSep 27, 2026
Tetairoa McMillan is positioned to have opportunity in Week 3 against the Cleveland Browns, who have shown vulnerability in pass defense; the source explicitly notes there will be room for Young to work with McMillan and Jalen Coker against this defense.PositiveUsageSep 24, 2026
WR has been effective as downfield weapon for Panthers in their aggressive passing attack; part of team's deep-ball success early in season.PositiveBreakoutSep 23, 2026
Tetairoa McMillan is part of what may prove to be the best wide receiver tandem in Panthers history alongside Jalen Coker, suggesting significant upside in Carolina's receiving corps.PositiveUsageSep 21, 2026
McMillan posted a 100-yard receiving day in Week 2 against Atlanta. The source frames this performance as part of the Panthers' strong offensive start to 2026, noting that the receivers (McMillan, Coker, and Legette) represent an honest-to-goodness strength in the wide receiver room. The source emphasizes this is what the Panthers wanted to see this year and describes the receiver production as great against real competition (the Falcons defense).PositiveUsageSep 20, 2026
Made multiple catches in the second quarter that helped put the Panthers in scoring distance, contributing to offensive production.PositiveMatchupSep 18, 2026
McMillan has a favorable Week 2 matchup against AJ Terrell, who struggled significantly in Week 1 with multiple pass interference penalties and coverage breakdowns against DK Metcalf and Michael Pittman. The source notes McMillan has a chance to catch Terrell while he's struggling, with opportunities to pick up big plays if Terrell maintains his poor Week 1 form; the Falcons' strong safeties provide some coverage help, but there should be room for receivers to win on the outside.PositiveUsageSep 17, 2026
Continued momentum from 2025 season into Week 1 against the Bears; part of Panthers offensive unit that had a complete game with solid offensive line play and aggressive downfield passing attack.PositiveUsageSep 14, 2026
McMillan drew heavy coverage from the Bears secondary in Week 1 but still managed to find success in the second half despite the abundance of attention. The source notes he produced despite being 'blanketed,' suggesting he overcame defensive focus to contribute meaningfully to the Panthers' 37-point offensive output.NegativeUsageSep 13, 2026
McMillan got his first catch of the season on the ensuing drive to take the offense inside the 10-yard line; he had a 33-yard gain on back-to-back completions in the fourth quarter but fumbled the ball away when tackled on a wide-open catch across the middle, representing both involvement and a costly turnover.PositiveMatchupSep 10, 2026
McMillan should have success against the Bears secondary, which has a reputation for catastrophic coverage breakdowns. The unit is depleted with cornerback Coby Bryant out for the season and starting nickel Kyler Gordon also out, leaving only Jaylon Johnson as a reliable defender. McMillan needs to capitalize on big-play opportunities created by these coverage vulnerabilities.NegativeDepth ChartAug 31, 2026
McMillan made the 53-man roster as one of six wide receivers, with no surprises in the wide receiver group.PositiveRoleAug 29, 2026
McMillan is projected as the top wide receiver on the Panthers' 53-man roster and depth chart.PositiveUsageAug 22, 2026
McMillan was targeted multiple times by Bryce Young, including on a pass interference call where Young attacked a mismatch McMillan had against a linebacker. Two completions to McMillan set the Panthers up on the one-yard line in the first scoring drive.PositiveBreakoutAug 17, 2026
Tetairoa McMillan won the 2025 Offensive Rookie of the Year award, with tape analysis confirming his elite performance as a pass-catcher for the Panthers in his debut season.PositiveRoleJul 23, 2026
Wide receiver is now fully practicing after being limited in OTAs, removing any health concerns heading into the season. The source emphasizes McMillan's importance to the offense, signaling his central role in the Panthers' passing game.PositiveProjectionJul 22, 2026
The source expects Tetairoa McMillan to break 1,000 yards again this season. Despite Jalen Coker eating into targets (with only a 1% difference in target share when Coker was healthy), McMillan comfortably occupies the WR1 role and will get his share in most games, supported by strong chemistry with Bryce Young who has said he is comfortable throwing to McMillan even when he isn't open in the traditional sense.