Tetairoa McMillan steps in as Carolina’s likely Week 1 WR1 with Adam Thielen out and Jalen Coker on IR, setting a bold Week 1 debut target. He faces a Jaguars pass defense that allowed big yardage last season, elevating McMillan’s fantasy floor if the Panthers protect Bryce Young and get clean routes outside. The matchup pits McMillan vs Tyson Campbell with Travis Hunter looming as a slot defender, while left tackle issues test Carolina’s time to throw. Heavy targets could fuel a strong start.

With Thielen’s absence, McMillan’s ceiling rises, but Carolina’s line must hold. If Young has time, McMillan could flirt with WR3-4 value and spike weeks. Expect a game plan built around quick, accurate throws to maximize rookie speed and route running against a vulnerable Jaguars secondary.