CHARLOTTE — When the Panthers drafted Tetairoa McMillan No. 8 overall back in April, it was with the hope and expectation he'd bring his big-play style to Charlotte.

On Friday night, Carolina fans got the first taste of how the rookie can ignite an offense.

The Panthers' first offensive drive in the season's preseason game against the Browns began deep in their own territory, then stalled with a three-and-out. With the starters still on the field, the second drive started with better field position at their own 27-yard line and the chance to open it up a little more.

So Dave Canales and the Panthers did, calling on their Top 10 rookie to make a play.

Bryce Young wound up in shotgun and let the ball fly down the right sideline. McMillan was matched up at the top against corner Chigoz

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