The Carolina Panthers (4-3) will host the Buffalo Bills (4-2) in Week 8. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding WR Tetairoa McMillan.
Is Tetairoa McMillan Playing in Week 8?
McMillan is not on the injury report and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Panthers’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit McMillan in Week 8?
Tetairoa McMillan is a talented player who could follow a Nico Collins-like trajectory when it comes to a physical mismatch that develops into stardom with time.
In brutal situations, it can take more time than we are willing to accept. McMillan drew the Sauce Gardner shadow for large portions of Week 7, and there’s no shame in struggling in such a spot, but he’s failed to catch more than four passes in four of his past five games, and Gardner doesn’t play for all of those defenses.
He’s a raw rookie with lots of upside. That profile can work in the right spot, but a Bryce Young offense isn’t said spot.
I like the odds of Carolina playing from behind, and that’s a good thing. In their three losses this season, their WR1 is averaging 9.0 targets and 76.7 yards (wins: 6.5 targets and 45.8 yards). He’s a low-end WR2 that ranks in the same range as Stefon Diggs (vs. CLE) and Romeo Doubs (at PIT).
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
McMillan’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 8
McMillan is projected to score 14.5 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project McMillan to have 5 receptions for 72 yards and 0.4 touchdowns.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 8 Weather Impact: Bills at Panthers
The forecast for kickoff is 66 degrees Fahrenheit with 4 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
