Xavier Legette - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Disappoints in sophomore season Legette caught one of four targets for eight yards during Saturday's 34-31 wild-card round loss to the Rams. Additionally, he recorded 44 kick return yards.

Impact The 2024 first-round pick from South Carolina was one of six Panthers to catch a pass from Bryce Young during Saturday's loss, finishing with the fifth-most receiving yards on the team. Across 15 regular-season appearances, Legette caught 35 of 64 targets for 363 yards and three touchdowns, finishing the year as Carolina's third-leading receiver. Heading into his third season in the NFL, Legette will likely remain a depth option in the Panthers' receiving corps following the emergence of Tetairoa McMillan and Jalen Coker during the 2025 campaign.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jalen Coker emerges as needed reliable No. 2 wide receiver for Bryce Young in Carolina

The Carolina Panthers have found a promising wide receiver duo in Jalen Coker and Tetairoa McMillan

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Jalen Coker emerges and Xavier Legette is suddenly fighting for his job Jalen Coker continues to emerge, but that's not good news for everybody.

1 DAY AGO • CATCRAVE.COM

Panthers embrace 'championship opportunity' despite poor finish, being big home playoff underdogs

The Carolina Panthers have clinched their first NFC South title since 2015

JANUARY 6 • Associated Press

Three catches vs. Tampa Bay Legette caught three of four targets for 22 yards during Saturday's 16-14 loss to the Buccaneers.

Impact Legette's three catches Saturday marked his highest total in a game since the Week 12 loss to the 49ers. The 2024 first-round pick had a costly drop in the first quarter that cost the Panthers a first down, but he was otherwise perfect the rest of the way. On the season, Legette caught 35 of 64 targets for 363 yards and three touchdowns across 15 appearances. The Panthers now need the Falcons to beat the Saints during their Week 18 clash to force a three-way tie for the NFC South title. In that scenario, Carolina would hold the tiebreaker and host a wild-card playoff game.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Panthers just quietly sent Xavier Legette their loudest message yet It was the lowest snap percentage of his professional career.

JANUARY 4 • CATCRAVE.COM

Xavier Legette could finally prove Panthers fans got it all wrong The time is now.

JANUARY 2 • CATCRAVE.COM

Panthers' Bryce Young could see more man-to-man defense after major flop against Seahawks

Bryce Young could face more man-to-man coverage against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Saturday

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Struggles in Week 17 Legette caught his lone target for three yards during Sunday's 27-10 loss to the Seahawks.

Impact Despite logging 28 offensive snaps during Sunday's loss, Legette finished with the eighth-most receiving yards on the Panthers. His role in Carolina's receiving corps appears to be shrinking, as he's caught just five of nine targets for 55 yards across the team's last four games. On the season, the second-year pro from South Carolina has amassed 341 receiving yards and three touchdowns on 32 receptions. He's expected to operate as the Panthers' No. 3 wideout in the Week 18 matchup against the Buccaneers.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Panthers just made their stance on Xavier Legette crystal clear It was another costly blunder.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • CATCRAVE.COM

Seahawks beat Panthers 27-10 for 6th straight win, still need to beat 49ers for No. 1 seed

The Seattle Seahawks are closing in on the NFC West title after a 27-10 win over the Carolina Panthers

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

QB Bryce Young's turnaround boosts Panthers' playoff hopes

Bryce Young has been proving himself as a reliable quarterback for the Carolina Panthers

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • Associated Press

One catch vs. Tampa Bay Legette caught one of three targets for 12 yards in Sunday's 23-20 win over the Buccaneers.

Impact The second-year pro has now caught just seven of 13 targets for 74 yards over Carolina's last four contests. He appears to have been passed by Jalen Coker in the Panthers' receiving corps, as the latter has tallied 213 yards and two touchdowns on 14 receptions during that span. Legette remains Carolina's second-leading receiver on the season with 338 yards across 13 appearances, but he's unlikely to carry much fantasy value in the Week 17 matchup against the Seahawks.

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Panthers struggling to handle success, lose control of destiny in NFC South playoff race

The Carolina Panthers are still learning how to handle success

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • Associated Press

Continues to underwhelm Sunday Legette caught two of three targets for 39 yards in Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Saints.

Impact Sunday's loss marked Legette's eighth game of the season with two or fewer receptions, though he still finished with the second-most receiving yards on the Panthers. The second-year pro has now caught 30 of 56 targets for 326 yards and three touchdowns across 12 appearances this year. Ongoing offensive consistency issues in Carolina likely make Legette too risky of a fantasy option for the Week 16 matchup against the Buccaneers.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Carolina Panthers looking to build on their latest positive moment in an inconsistent season

Bryce Young and Carolina have been on a topsy-turvy ride this season

DECEMBER 1, 2025 • Associated Press

Just two targets vs. Rams Legette caught one of two targets for one yard in Sunday's 31-28 win over the Rams.

Impact The second-year pro from South Carolina didn't benefit from the Panthers' run-heavy approach (40 rush attempts) during Sunday's win, failing to reach double-digit receiving yards for the third time this season. When Carolina did pass, Legette was outshined by Jalen Coker and Tetairoa McMillan, who combined to catch five of eight targets for 117 yards and two touchdowns. Legette now has 28 catches on 53 targets for 287 yards and three touchdowns through 11 games, and his week-to-week volatility makes him a risky fantasy option for the remainder of the year.

DECEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Three catches in Week 12 loss Legette brought in three of five targets for 22 yards in the Panthers' 20-9 loss to the 49ers on Monday night.

Impact Legette tied with Jalen Coker for second in receptions on the Panthers for the night, although that equated to very modest yardage during what was an uninspiring performance for Bryce Young. Legette was coming off his second-highest receiving yardage total (83) of the season in Week 11 against the Falcons, so Monday night's downturn was particularly glaring. Legette next faces a talented Rams secondary in a Week 13 home matchup Sunday.

NOVEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Opens week with full practice Panthers head coach Dave Canales said that Legette (hip) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

Impact Legette didn't return to this past Sunday's 30-27 overtime win over the Falcons after exiting late in the fourth quarter due to a hip issue, but his ability to open Week 12 prep as a full participant suggests he was likely held out mostly as a precaution. Assuming Legette incurs no setbacks with the hip during practice sessions Friday and Saturday, he should head into Monday's game in San Francisco without an injury designation. Despite his early exit, the second-year wideout turned in one of his best games as a pro in the Week 11 victory, finishing with four catches for 83 yards and a touchdown on eight targets.

NOVEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted practicing Thursday Legette (hip) is participating in practice Thursday, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

Impact It remains to be seen whether Legette is listed as a full or limited participant Thursday, but it's nonetheless encouraging that he's taking part in Carolina's first official practice of the week ahead of Monday's game against the 49ers. The 2024 first-round pick injured his hip in the fourth quarter of Carolina's Week 11 overtime win over the Falcons but relayed Tuesday that he believes he'll suit up in Week 12. That optimism is supported by Legette's presence at Thursday's practice.

NOVEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Locker Room Sound | Xavier Legette talks capitalizing off of big plays Listen to Legette speak on being able to take advantage of big plays in games.

NOVEMBER 18, 2025 • PANTHERS.COM

Expects to play through hip issue Legette (hip) said that he anticipates being available for Monday's game against the 49ers, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

Impact Before injuring his hip late in the fourth quarter of Sunday's 30-27 overtime win over the Falcons and not returning, Legette delivered one of his best performances of the season, finishing the afternoon with four catches for 83 yards and a touchdown on eight targets. Though Legette acknowledged Tuesday that he's still banged up two days after the game, he's optimistic that he'll make enough progress throughout Week 12 prep to suit up in San Francisco. The longer turnaround between games will buy Legette an extra day to heal up before the Panthers resume practicing Thursday.

NOVEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Reeling Falcons keep coming up short in big moments as losing streak hits 5 games

The Atlanta Falcons have faced tough losses for three straight weeks, narrowly missing wins that extended their losing streak to five games

NOVEMBER 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Big day in OT win Legette (hip) caught four of eight targets for 83 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 30-27 overtime win over the Falcons.

Impact According to Joe Person of The Athletic, Legette sustained a hip injury on the Panthers' final drive of the fourth quarter and didn't play in the overtime period. However, he still finished as Carolina's second-leading receiver, highlighted by a 36-yard touchdown from Bryce Young in the third quarter that pulled the Panthers within one score. The second-year pro remains an integral part of Carolina's offense, catching 24 of 46 targets for 264 yards and three touchdowns across nine appearances this season. The extent of Legette's hip injury remains unclear, but if he's able to suit up in Week 12, he'll draw a favorable matchup against the 49ers.

NOVEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bryce Young passes for franchise-record 448 yards to lift Panthers to 30-27 win over Falcons in OT

Bryce Young passed for a career-high and franchise-record 448 yards and Ryan Fitzgerald kicked a 28-yard field goal in overtime to lift the Carolina Panthers to a 30-27 win over th...

NOVEMBER 16, 2025 • Associated Press

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