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Tetairoa McMillan Plays Through Calf Injury, Logs 62 Yards in Panthers' 42-13 Loss to Patriots

His availability underscored how reliant Carolina is on the rookie within an injury-hit receiving corps.

Tetairoa McMillan has emerged as a promising player for the Panthers.
Will Tetairoa McMillan play today’s game against New England Patriots?
Sep 21, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young (9) and wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan (4) high five before a game against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cory Knowlton-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • The Panthers listed Tetairoa McMillan active for Week 4 after he entered the game questionable with a calf injury.
  • The rookie wideout finished with four receptions for 62 yards in Foxborough as Carolina fell 42-13.
  • Bryce Young and head coach Dave Canales pointed to missed deep connections with McMillan that could have altered the early momentum.
  • Carolina’s receiving depth was thin with Xavier Legette out, Jalen Coker on PUP, and TE Ja’Tavion Sanders sidelined, and it worsened when David Moore (elbow, week-to-week) and Dalevon Campbell exited.
  • New England welcomed back top cornerback Christian Gonzalez, while Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard was also active; McMillan now has 18 catches for 278 yards through four games.