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Panthers HC Dave Canales told reporters they would designate WR Xavier Legette to return from injured reserve this week, per Joe Person. This will open up a three-week window for him to practice with the team before he has to be added to the active roster.

NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 14

Early Week 6 NFL Odds for Huge Panther-Eagles Matchup Revealed

The Carolina Panthers are heading on the road to face the Philadelphia Eagles again. They last did so in 2024, when Bryce Young was first starting to break out and the Eagles were on their way to a Super Bowl title.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / October 4

The Xavier Legette Experience May Be Over for the Carolina Panthers

The Carolina Panthers have to be disappointed this weekend. The team decided to place wide receiver Xavier Legette on injured reserve. Legette has been dealing with a knee injury and missed Week 3.

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Philadelphia Eagles News / Athlon Sports / October 3

Philadelphia Eagles Named Top Landing Spot for Former First-Round Pick

A couple of Philadelphia Eagles wide receivers are dealing with injury issues. DeVonta Smith will miss his first game of the season against the L.A. Rams in Week 4 due to a hamstring strain, while Hollywood Brown will miss his second straight game with an ankle injury.

Carolina Panthers News / Field Level Media / October 3

Panthers place WR Xavier Legette on IR

The Carolina Panthers placed wide receiver Xavier Legette on injured reserve Saturday due to a knee injury. He is set to miss at least the next four weeks.

Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / October 3

Panthers former first-round pick suffers injury setback that further complicates his future in Carolina

The Carolina Panthers have placed wide receiver Xavier Legette on the injured reserve due to a knee injury, knocking him out for at least the next four games.

Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / October 3

Panthers Place WR Xavier Legette On IR

Panthers wide receiver Xavier Legette is heading to IR with a knee injury, according to Jonathan Jones of The Athletic. He’ll sit out a minimum of four games.

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Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / September 27

Panthers Week 3 Inactives: Are Jalen Coker and Xavier Legette Playing?

The Carolina Panthers are getting set to kick off against the Cleveland Browns in Week 3. Both of these teams are looking to keep positive momentum going after big wins in Week 2.

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NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 25

NFC Notes: Michael Penix Jr., Xavier Legette, Buccaneers, Falcons, Panthers Backfield, Saints

Bucs first-round OLB Rueben Bain, Jr. was absent during the open media portion of Wednesday’s practice. He’s been dealing with a shoulder injury. (Rick Stroud) Bucs HC Todd Bowles added Bain has also been dealing with a groin injury sustained in Sunday’s game.

Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / September 23

Xavier Legette recognizes what’s at stake with the Carolina Panthers this season and proving himself goes beyond Sundays

Carolina Panthers former first-round wide receiver Xavier Legette needs to prove himself if he wants to stick around with the team thar drafted him long-term.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / September 21

One Surprising Panther Who Impacts Winning More Than Thought

The Carolina Panthers picked up a huge win in Week 2 over the Atlanta Falcons. Several players contributed to the win, and there weren’t many poor performances worth mentioning.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 18

NFC Notes: Michael Penix Jr., Xavier Legette, Falcons, Panthers, Saints

Falcons HC Kevin Stefanski isn’t ready to name a starter for this week, but RB Bijan Robinson said that the team is ready for QB Michael Penix to return.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / September 17

Xavier Legette Could Get Fresh Start in Las Vegas Following Week 1 Disappearing Act

The Carolina Panthers had no problem scoring points in Week 1. The team put up 37 points against the Chicago Bears, which would be good enough to win about 99% of games in the NFL.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / September 15

3 Panthers on Thin Ice After Blowout Week 1 Loss

Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season is now behind us, and we’ve already learned quite a bit. When it comes to the Carolina Panthers, it’s rare to see such a huge discrepancy between the offensive and defensive performance.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / September 14

Panthers Urged to Ship Out Xavier Legette After Disappointing 2026 Debut

Xavier Legette is one of the players on the Panthers under the most scrutiny. As a former first-round pick, the receiver has been blasted for not even coming close to living up to that status.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / September 10

Xavier Legette Needs to Turn Stellar Camp into Stellar Regular Season

There are a few Carolina Panthers who have more pressure on them than most this season. Obviously, quarterback Bryce Young is one of those. Young had his best season in 2025, but he needs to be even better in 2026 if he wants an extension.

Carolina Panthers News / TWSN / August 29

What is Xavier Legette’s Future As a Panther?

Xavier Legette came out of South Carolina University as an athletic freak that looked ready to take the NFL by storm. With impressive combine statistics like a 4.39 40 yard dash and a 40 inch vertical, the Carolina Panthers felt it necessary to trade up to pick No.

Carolina Panthers News / TWSN / August 21

Xavier Legette’s Latest Injury Could Cost Him His Role in the Carolina Panthers’ Offense

The Carolina Panthers were already dealing with a huge blow to their wide receiver room for 2026 as Chris Brazzell ended up suffering a season-ending injury. For Xavier Legette, this gave him the perfect chance to finally show he could be capable of breaking out and finally putting things together in his career.

Carolina Panthers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 4

Panthers hoping for best after Xavier Legette lands on head, gets carted off

The Carolina Panthers already have rotten injury luck in 2026 and the preseason hasn’t even started yet. Carolina has already lost multiple players to season-ending injuries during the early days of training camp.

Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / July 28

Xavier Legette is finally showing Panthers fans the one thing they have been waiting to see at training camp

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Xavier Legette stacked back-to-back strong days at training camp going into a pivotal third season with the team. The Carolina Panthers need wide receiver Xavier Legette to take a significant leap in his third NFL season, and the early returns from training camp suggest he might be ready to do exactly that.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 27

Xavier Legette Made One Key Offseason Change That Could Unlock Panthers WR

Much has been said about Xavier Legette's tenure as a Carolina Panther, and how his future with the franchise could end up with another underwhelming season, as more wide receivers make an impact on the field when Legette doesn't.

Carolina Panthers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 12, 2025

ESPN reporter issues an apology for his ‘hurtful’ question to Xavier Legette

ESPN’s David Newton is issuing an apology after sparking backlash with the question that he asked during a media scrum this week. Carolina Panthers wide receiver Xavier Legette was speaking with reporters on Thursday ahead of Sunday’s game against the Dallas Cowboys.

Carolina Panthers News / Larry Brown Sports / September 15, 2025

Panthers WR makes NFL history with insanely bad stat line

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Xavier Legette made NFL history for the wrong reason during his team’s loss to the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday. Legette had just one catch in the Panthers’ 27-22 loss to the Cardinals at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz.

NFL News / Field Level Media / August 9, 2025

Massive fight during Panthers-Browns game results in multiple ejections

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Xavier Legette didn't figure to be in for a long night in his team's first preseason game on Friday night. Turns out it was much shorter than anticipated.

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Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 9, 2025

Cringe column calls Xavier Legette's rumored romance with GloRilla 'the worst kind of move'

The Carolina Panthers will hold their annual minicamp from tomorrow through Thursday, and then we'll officailly be in the quietest portion of the calendar year as far as NFL news goes.