Panthers defeat Lions 32-26 as McMillan records 14 catches and two TDs
Carolina's offense outgained Detroit, highlighted by Tetairoa McMillan's 192 receiving yards and two touchdowns, while the Lions' defense struggled throughout the game.
Tetairoa McMillan led the Carolina Panthers with 14 receptions for 192 yards and two touchdowns, helping the team defeat the Detroit Lions 32-26 on Sunday night. The Panthers amassed nearly 900 combined yards, with quarterback Bryce Young completing 29 of 41 passes for 329 yards and two scores, and running back Chuba Hubbard adding 122 rushing yards and two touchdowns.
Detroit quarterback Jared Goff threw for 412 yards and one touchdown on 32 of 52 attempts, but the Lions were limited to four field goals in the red zone before a late touchdown narrowed the margin. The Lions' defense, under head coach Dan Campbell, was unable to contain the Panthers' offensive attack, leading to the loss that dropped Detroit to a 2-2 record.
"McMillan's clutch toe-tap catch on the sideline with under three minutes remaining kept the drive alive and iced the victory for Carolina," the game recap noted.
The result marked a strong early performance for Carolina, which has been described as a rising contender in the NFC South.