Jalen Coker Explodes for 134 Yards, TD in Impressive Postseason Debut

Jalen Coker had a significant impact in his NFL postseason debut for the Carolina Panthers, recording nine receptions on 12 targets for 134 yards and a touchdown in the 34-31 wild-card loss to the Rams. He led the team in receiving stats, including a 7-yard touchdown catch late in the fourth quarter that gave the Panthers the lead. Coker also made long receptions of 52 and 37 yards, achieving his highest single-game yardage total despite missing the first half of the regular season with a quadriceps injury. He is now seen as capable of forming a solid wide receiver duo with Tetairoa McMillan in 2026.