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 seasonDECEMBER 1 • Associated Press
XAVIER LEGETTE #17 - WIDE RECEIVER - CAROLINA PANTHERS
326 YDS •
30 REC •
3 TD
326 YDS
30 REC
3 TD
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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 gamesNOVEMBER 17 • 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 • 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 • Associated Press
Can't-Miss Play: Bryce Young dials launch codes to Xavier Legette for 36-yard TD Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young throws a 36-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Xavier Legette.
NOVEMBER 16 • NFL.COM
Bryce Young's 21-yard strike to Legette moves chains for Panthers on fourth down Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young completes a 21-yard pass to wide receiver Xavier Legette.
NOVEMBER 16 • PANTHERS.COM
Panthers not getting enough out of WR Xavier Legette, a 2024 first-round pick
The Carolina Panthers need someone to step up in the passing game, and that isn’t just quarterback Bryce YoungNOVEMBER 10 • Associated Press
Blanks in Week 10 Legette was targeted just once and didn't record a reception in Sunday's 17-7 loss to the Saints.
Impact The second-year wideout from South Carolina went without a catch for the first time this season in the Week 10 loss. He was overshadowed by Tetairoa McMillan and Jalen Coker, who led Carolina's wide receivers with 60 and 21 yards, respectively. Since Legette's breakout performance in the Week 7 win over the Jets (9-92-1), he's caught just three of seven targets for 39 yards over the past three games. With the Panthers' passing attack continuing to struggle, Legette likely won't carry much fantasy value in the Week 11 matchup against the Falcons.
NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE
Lack of balanced offense comes back to bite Bryce Young and Panthers again in loss to Saints
The Carolina Panthers need to find more balance on offense if they're going to become a playoff teamNOVEMBER 10 • Associated Press
Logs 22 yards in Week 9 Legette caught one of three targets for 22 yards in Sunday's 16-13 win over the Packers.
Impact Legette was evaluated for a possible concussion after taking a hit to the head in the second quarter, but he later returned and finished with 31 offensive snaps. Since posting a 9-92-1 receiving line against the Jets in Week 7, the second-year wideout has been quiet, recording just three catches for 39 yards over Carolina's last two contests. However, his lack of production in Week 9 can likely be attributed to the poor weather conditions and quarterback Bryce Young throwing for just 102 yards. Legette will look to bounce back heading into the Week 10 divisional matchup against the Saints.
NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE
Back in Sunday's game Legette (head) was cleared to return to Sunday's game in Green Bay, Kassidy Hill of the Panthers' official site reports.
Impact Legette was checked for a concussion after taking a hit to the helmet at the end of a 22-yard catch in the second quarter that left him shaken up. He'll be looking to build upon the aforementioned reception for the rest of Week 9 action.
NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE
Getting concussion check Legette is being evaluated for a concussion during Sunday's game at Green Bay, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.
Impact At the end of a 22-yard connection with QB Bryce Young in the second quarter, Legette endured a hit to the helmet and was clearly shaken up. If he's diagnosed with a concussion, Legette will be out for the rest of Week 9 and subject to clearance from an independent neurologist for his next game action.
NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE
Cleared to play Legette (illness) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game in Green Bay.
Impact Legette returned to full participation Friday after missing practice Thursday. He should be ready for his usual starting role come Sunday, but production has been in short supply apart from a 9-92-1 outburst in Week 7 against the Jets.
OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE
Misses practice with illness Legette sat out Thursday's practice due to an illness.
Impact Legette didn't appear on the Panthers' initial injury report that was released Wednesday, so the illness is likely something that cropped up Wednesday night or Thursday morning. So long as Legette is able to get back on the practice field in some capacity Friday, he should have a good chance at gaining clearance to suit up this Sunday at Green Bay.
OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE
Rico Dowdle appears set to get bulk of carries with Dave Canales' moving away from 2-back approach
Carolina Panthers coach Dave Canales appears ready to move away from a two-back approach on offenseOCTOBER 27 • Associated Press
Quiet with two receptions in loss Legette brought in two of three targets for 17 yards in the Panthers' 40-9 loss to the Bills on Sunday.
Impact One week after posting a career-best 9-92-1 line against the Jets, Legette saw a significant downturn in the lopsided loss. The second-year wideout's Week 7 breakout is more or less an outlier, considering Legette has topped out at three receptions and 31 receiving yards otherwise in terms of single-game highs. Legette will take a middling 19-159-2 receiving line on 34 targets over six games into a Week 9 road trip to Green Bay.
OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE
Panthers will look to exploit Bills' 31st-ranked run defense, control clock with two-back approach
If the Carolina Panthers are going to beat the Buffalo Bills on Sunday to extend their win streak to four games, they’ll need to control the time of possession and keep Josh Allen...OCTOBER 23 • Associated Press
Xavier Legette and Andy Dalton's chemistry leads to career day(s) The chemistry between Panthers' receiver Xavier Legette and quarterback Andy Dalton has resulted in two career days for the receiver, and wa...
OCTOBER 21 • PANTHERS.COM
