Sat Apr 26 00:30:00 UTC 2025: **Panthers Snag Top Wide Receiver Prospect Tetairoa McMillan, Leaving Cowboys Star Micah Parsons Disappointed**
GREEN BAY, WI – The 2025 NFL Draft’s first major surprise came early, as the Carolina Panthers selected Arizona wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan eighth overall, beating out several teams, most notably the Dallas Cowboys, who were reportedly eyeing him.
Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons, visibly upset during a Bleacher Report live broadcast, expressed his disappointment, stating, “That was supposed to be our pick. He was supposed to be opposite CeeDee Lamb. CeeDee, I’m sorry, brother.” The Cowboys instead selected Alabama offensive guard Tyler Booker with their twelfth pick.
McMillan, a highly touted prospect considered a potential WR1, boasts impressive size (6-foot-4, 219 pounds), strong route-running, and exceptional hands. While his speed isn’t considered elite, his game film demonstrates sufficient speed for his size. He chose not to run the 40-yard dash at the pre-draft combine. His collegiate career at Arizona was stellar, culminating in All-America honors and setting a program record for receiving yards.
The Panthers, who ranked 30th in passing yards last season, see McMillan as a key addition to their receiving corps, which currently features Adam Thielen and Xavier Legette. His selection leaves the Cowboys with a relatively thin wide receiver group, prompting speculation that they will address this need during the later rounds of the draft.
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