McMillan’s neck injury creates early-season depth questions for Tampa Bay, opening the door for rookie Emeka Ebuka and veteran targets. The injury elevates the importance of Ebuka’s quick integration and keeps the Bucs’ receiving room in flux through Week 1.

McMillan, TB’s wide receiver prospect, was making waves in camp as a late-round fantasy option before a back injury and concussion evaluation during a preseason game against Pittsburgh cast doubt on his Week 1 availability. His absence would tighten TB’s WR targets behind Godwin, elevating backups and potential role players as TB tightens its depth chart. The situation could push Godwin to lead TB’s aerial attack once healthy, with others stepping up in the interim.

McMillan secured an 18-yard grab before exiting for concussion protocol, flashing playmaking ability that TB can build on behind the ongoing rookie surge. His presence adds a tantalizing depth option for TB’s WR corps, especially in PPR formats where even a handful of targets can translate to value.

Jalen McMillan slots into a crowded Tampa Bay WR room with Emeka Egbuka and Chris Godwin. His rookie-year upside hinges on early injuries or suspensions in front of him, but his athletic profile and rapport potential with the young QB give him late-round flare as a speculative pick for managers chasing upside in 2025.

McMillan is jockeying for WR3 status behind Evans and Godwin Jr. A preseason TD and 3+ receptions for 40+ yards would cement his case for a larger role behind the top two, especially with Emeka Egbuka’s rookie presence adding a dynamic rotation option.