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Ivory CoastTampa Bay Blow as Jalen McMillan Re-Injures Knee Against Vikings
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Jalen McMillan has been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Minnesota Vikings after hurting his knee in the first quarter.
Early Exit for McMillan
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers suffered a major setback early in their game against the Minnesota Vikings. Wide receiver Jalen McMillan was forced to leave the field in the first quarter and has been officially ruled out for the remainder of the contest.
The injury occurred during a passing play on a corner route. McMillan was attempting to make a catch when he collided with Vikings safety Josh Metellus. It remains unclear if the receiver hurt his knee while trying to pivot his body or if the damage was done upon contact with the defender. Following the play, McMillan was able to limp off the field under his own power, but he did not return.
A Familiar Injury
This setback is especially frustrating for the young receiver because it involves the exact same knee that he injured during training camp. That initial injury forced McMillan to miss multiple weeks of preparation and kept him sidelined for the team's season opener.
He had only just returned to game action last week, playing in a limited capacity as he worked his way back to full fitness. He was supposed to be a major part of the game plan this week. Team staff and fans were hoping that he was finally past the worst of the issue, but this latest development puts his immediate future back in question.
Impact on the Buccaneers
McMillan was expected to play a much larger role in the offense this week. His presence on the field was seen as an important factor for Tampa Bay as they try to turn their season around. The coaching staff wanted to get him more involved to spark the passing attack.
The Buccaneers entered this game facing a difficult situation. They are currently trying to climb out of an 0-2 hole. The team has not successfully recovered from an 0-2 start to a season since 2014. Losing a key offensive target like McMillan makes that mountain even harder to climb. The team will now have to find other options in the passing game to find their first win.
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