Jalen McMillan

Buccaneers coach Todd Bowles said Jalen McMillan is progressing in his rehab.

Fantasy Impact

McMillan remains in a neck brace. He has no target date to return from his injury.

Buccaneers WR Jalen McMillan will be placed on injured reserve with a neck injury.

Fantasy Impact

McMillan suffered a sprained neck against the Steelers and is likely to miss a significant amount of time. Fantasy managers should expect Trey Palmer and Tez Johnson to likely see an increase in snaps until McMillan or Chris Godwin return from injury.

Buccaneers WR Jalen McMillan will be placed on injured reserve with a neck injury.

Fantasy Impact

Jalen McMillan (neck) has a severely sprained neck, according to HC Todd Bowles. He will miss “some time” and will not be ready for the Bucs in Week 1.

Fantasy Impact

McMillan was already on the back foot after the Bucs drafted Emeka Egbuka, and this injury cements Egbuka’s hold on the WR2 spot with Chris Godwin also out with injury for the time being. It’s hard to advocate drafting McMillan except for in the deepest of leagues.

Jalen McMillan played a pivotal role in Sunday's Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 48-14 victory over the Carolina Panthers. The rookie wide receiver caught two touchdown passes from quarterback Baker Mayfield, covering 10 and 16 yards, respectively. This performance highlights McMillan's growing importance in the Buccaneers' offense as a reliable target alongside veteran Mike Evans.

Fantasy Impact

McMillan's emergence as a red-zone threat enhances his fantasy appeal, particularly in deeper leagues or as a flex option. While his target share may fluctuate, his ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities makes him a player to watch in the Buccaneers' high-powered offense. Managers should consider adding McMillan to their rosters, especially as Tampa Bay continues its playoff push.