McMillan (hamstring) is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Eagles, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports. McMillan was injured in Friday's practice, which is never a good sign for a player's availability Sunday. If McMillan can't play -- which seems likely -- look for Trey Palmer to reclaim WR3 duties in Tampa Bay against Philadelphia. Mike Evans and Chris Godwin should continue to command the lion's share of targets from Baker Mayfield.
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Status
DOUBTFUL - Hamstring - Not Specified Expected Return: 2024-09-29Latest Jalen McMillan news
Team
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Birthdate
12/7/2001 (22)
Status
Active
HT/WT
6'1", 192 lbs
Draft Info
2024: Rd 3; Pk (TB)
Birthplace
Fresno, CA, USA
Position
WR
College
Washington
Career History
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
2024-Present
(1 season)
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McMillan (hamstring) is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Eagles, Scott Smith of the Buccaneers' official site reports. McMillan was injured in Friday's practice, which is never a good sign for a player's availability Sunday. If McMillan can't play -- which seems likely -- look for Trey Palmer to reclaim WR3 duties in Tampa Bay against Philadelphia. Mike Evans and Chris Godwin should continue to command the lion's share of targets from Baker Mayfield.
McMillan injured his hamstring during Friday's practice, Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times reports. Coach Todd Bowles referred to the injury as a "tweak", but McMIllan nonetheless figures to be added to the injury report ahead of Sunday's game against the Eagles. Trey Palmer likely will fill in as the No. 3 WR if McMillan is inactive or limited.
McMillan brought in his only target for six yards in the Buccaneers' 26-7 loss to the Broncos on Sunday. McMillan still saw a robust 77 percent snap share (44 snaps) as the clear No. 3 receiver Sunday, but he posted a new low in receiving yards after recording 32 and 21 on a catch apiece during his first two NFL games. However, it bears noting the entire afternoon was an exercise in underachievement as far as the Buccaneers offense was concerned, with Baker Mayfield throwing for only 163 yards at 4.9 yards per attempt. McMillan's first opportunity to atone for the underwhelming performance comes in a Week 4 home showdown against the Eagles this coming Sunday.
McMillan brought in one of two targets for 21 yards in the Buccaneers' 20-16 win over the Lions on Sunday. The rookie once again managed a 20+ yard gain on his one reception after recording a 32-yard touchdown grab in Week 1. McMillan logged 37 snaps from scrimmage overall, significantly outpacing Trey Palmer, who was in on just nine plays on offense. McMillan still has plenty of chemistry to develop with Baker Mayfield, but he already seems to have a firm grasp on the No. 3 receiver role and has no shortage of field-stretching ability.
McMillan brought in his only reception on three targets for a 32-yard touchdown in the Buccaneers' 37-20 win over the Commanders on Sunday. The rookie paid immediate dividends in his first game as a pro, and his day would have been even bigger had he and Baker Mayfield connected on a deep shot down the right side early in the first quarter. However, the duo made up for the misfire on the first play of the fourth quarter for McMillan's one and only reception of the lopsided win. McMillan did play a robust 50 snaps from scrimmage while last season's No. 3 wideout, Trey Palmer was limited to 20, seemingly establishing the former as the clear top option behind starters Mike Evans and Chris Godwin heading into a Week 2 road showdown against the Lions.
McMillan caught his only target for 28 yards in Friday's 24-14 preseason win over the Dolphins. McMillan played the opening drive alongside starting quarterback Baker Mayfield, and the rookie third-round pick's 28-yard grab set up Rachaad White's four-yard rushing touchdown on the next play. The Buccaneers ran three-receiver sets throughout the first-team offense's time in the game, which suggests McMillan is positioned to see prominent playing time out of the gate alongside veteran wide receivers Mike Evans and Chris Godwin. With Tampa Bay's preseason in the books, McMillan's next game will be the Sept. 8 regular-season opener against the Commanders.
McMillan is expected to handle third receiver duties in Tampa Bay this season, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports. "In the Bucs' three receiver sets, McMillan will line up opposite Mike Evans with Chris Godwin in the slot," Laine wrote. Trey Palmer finished a distant third in targets amongst wide receivers on the Bucs with 68 of them last season, but Tampa Bay used a third-round pick on McMillan back in April, bumping Palmer down the depth chart to WR4. Evans paced the team with 136 looks, and Godwin was a close second at 130. McMillan could have a couple big games in the box score, but it would be a complete surprise if he sees anywhere near the targets as Evans or Godwin.
McMillan (general soreness) brought in one of three targets for six yards in the Buccaneers' 20-7 preseason loss to the Jaguars on Saturday night. The rookie was able to suit up after dealing with some soreness following his first taste of NFL action last Saturday. McMillan was quiet Saturday night but did see an incomplete deep target from Kyle Trask on the opening possession, and he continues to acquit himself competently despite the fact he's yet to have an opportunity to see in-game action with Baker Mayfield under center. McMillan will have one more chance to make a case for the No. 3 receiver job in the preseason finale at home against the Dolphins on Friday night.
McMillan was dealing with what head coach Todd Bowles labeled "general soreness" Monday, leading to the rookie wearing a red non-contact jersey in practice, Scott Smith of the team's official site reports. McMillan continued to make a strong case for the No. 3 receiver job in Saturday's preseason win over the Bengals, recording two receptions for 23 yards. However, it appears his first taste of professional on-field action also left him a bit worse for wear, and it remains to be seen if if the rookie will be able to participate in the first day of joint practices with the Jaguars on Wednesday.