With all the hype surrounding other positions, the 2025 NFL Draft hasn’t had many wide receivers mentioned at the top—outside of dual-threat and Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter.
But through his play with the Arizona Wildcats, Tetairoa McMillan is another receiver who has stood out as a true game-changer on offense. With a date at Lambeau Field approaching, which teams could target this dynamic wide receiver?
5 Potential Landing Spots for Tetairoa McMillan
McMillan, an imposing 6’5″ receiver, pairs his size with incredible hand-eye coordination, especially in tough, contested catches. Even in traffic, his ability to snag the football and take off after makes him a complete offensive weapon.
With impressive fluidity, the Wildcats alum has a chance to make a big impact on whichever team drafts him. Here are five that stand out as potential landing spots.
Los Angeles Chargers
The first year under Jim Harbaugh didn’t end how the Chargers had hoped, but the second playoff appearance of Justin Herbert’s career is still a success. The defense was elite, but the offense, ranked 17th in PFSN’s Offense+ metric, needs work.
Rookie Ladd McConkey gave Herbert a true No. 1 option, but beyond McConkey, the wide receiver room is thin, especially with Joshua Palmer no longer on the roster.
McMillan could slot in effortlessly. In his final two seasons at Arizona, he recorded more than 1,300 yards and eight touchdowns. He could be the boost the team needs to open up the offense even more.
At the very least, McMillan might help Herbert avoid throwing four interceptions in a playoff game again.
Denver Broncos
The Broncos are in a similar spot as their divisional rivals. Bo Nix’s first year as rookie quarterback was a success, with Denver making the playoffs. But like the Chargers, Denver’s defense was its strength, with the offense finishing just one spot ahead of L.A.
However, the Broncos have a bigger need on offense. They lack a clear No. 1 wide receiver to carry the load, which is where McMillan could help. Brett Hoffman backed the idea in his mock draft for PFSN.
“Often rated as the top wide receiver in this draft class, Tetairoa McMillan’s 6’5″ frame makes him ideal for the X position in the NFL. He’s adept at finding soft spots in zones, making him a red-zone threat where quarterbacks can throw up the ball confidently,” Hoffman said.
With Bo Nix needing help, McMillan could form a dangerous duo with him for years to come. “McMillan excels at contested catches, showing great skill in securing poorly thrown passes. His size, route running, and catch radius make him a potential game-changer,” Hoffman added.
Carolina Panthers
What a difference half a season can make. Before Bryce Young was reinserted as the starter, there wasn’t a fan base more down on their team than the Panthers. The gamble on Young as a franchise QB hadn’t paid off, and it looked like he was heading toward being a bust.
But in the second half of the season, Young took off, becoming a more consistent passer and a bigger threat in clutch moments. That was without any elite weapons, which made his improvement even more impressive.
Come draft time, Owain Jones believes McMillan could be that elite weapon in Carolina. In his mock draft for PFSN, Jones said McMillan would be “Bryce Young’s go-to weapon as the Panthers quarterback continues his resurgence from his mid-season benching.”
Jones continued, “With a pterodactyl-like wingspan and an impressive catch radius, McMillan exhibits corrective tendencies and underrated athleticism. As a separator capable of physically competing at the catch point, the Arizona wide receiver is an ideal complement in Carolina.”
Dallas Cowboys
Outside of Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb, the Cowboys’ offense is lacking. Without a true No. 2 wide receiver, they could target McMillan with the 12th overall pick.
In his PFSN mock draft, Jacob Infante made the case for McMillan as both an individual threat and a boost for Lamb. “CeeDee Lamb hasn’t had a true No. 2 since the team traded Amari Cooper,” he said.
McMillan would be the perfect fit to minimize the only real weakness in his game: the deep ball. “Tetairoa McMillan is a big receiver with strong hands and ball skills. He’s fluid for his size and creates separation with his physical traits,” Infante added.
New Orleans Saints
Chris Olave and Rashid Shaheed both have explosive speed and can be game-breakers, but both suffered season-ending injuries.
Their return to full strength in 2025 will be something to watch, but adding a WR1 like McMillan could give the Saints’ offense a much-needed boost.
Jacob Infante made the case for New Orleans to target McMillan in his PFSN mock draft, comparing him to a familiar foe.
“Tetairoa McMillan is a supersized wide receiver with top-notch hands and ball skills competing above the rim. He’s especially fluid for his size and can create separation with pure physical attributes. The Saints have been unfortunate enough to compete against Mike Evans for over a decade; this would be their chance to get a player with a similar style.”