Tetairoa McMillan responds to criticism over youth camp absence
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 2:05 PM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
Panthers wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan addressed backlash for not attending a local youth camp. McMillan clarified he never committed to the event, stating that he was unaware of expectations for his attendance. He expressed his desire to make amends by inviting attendees to a future practice or game. As the Panthers prepare for the 2026 season, McMillan's performance will be critical following a successful rookie year, while addressing the controversy could strengthen his relationship with fans.
- •Tetairoa McMillan faced criticism for missing a youth football camp.
- •He stated he never committed to attending the event.
- •McMillan plans to invite camp attendees to a practice or game.
- •He had a productive rookie season with 70 catches and 1,014 yards.
- •Expectations are high for the Panthers in the 2026 season.
- 2:05 PMYahoo Sports — Tetairoa McMillan walks back claim that he never committed to youth football camp
- 6:06 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers Star Tetairoa McMillan Breaks Silence on Youth Camp Controversy
"Tetairoa McMillan was recently called out for no-showing at a local youth camp, but it turns out there's more to the story. The post Panthers Star Tetairoa McMillan Breaks Silence on Youth Camp Controversy appeared first on HEAVY.
"During his first press conference of training camp, Panthers receiver Tetairoa McMillan addressed his failure to show up for a youth training camp by saying, "I never committed to that."
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 29, 2026, 2:05 PMTetairoa McMillan walks back claim that he never committed to youth football camp
During his first press conference of training camp, Panthers receiver Tetairoa McMillan addressed his failure to show up for a youth training camp by saying, "I never committed to that."
- Yahoo SportsJul 26, 2026, 6:06 PMPanthers Star Tetairoa McMillan Breaks Silence on Youth Camp Controversy
Tetairoa McMillan was recently called out for no-showing at a local youth camp, but it turns out there's more to the story. The post Panthers Star Tetairoa McMillan Breaks Silence on Youth Camp Controversy appeared first on HEAVY.
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