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Xavier Legette’s knee injury interrupts his Panthers revival just as it builds

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Xavier Legette's knee injury ruled him out of the team's Week 3 game against the Cleveland Browns, just as momentum was building.

Published: Sunday, 27 September 2026 at 3:48 PM
Xavier Legette’s knee injury interrupts his Panthers revival just as it builds
Key Things to Know
  • Carolina Panthers receiver Xavier Legette was ruled out after being designated a game-time decision due to a knee injury.
  • Legette sustained the knee complication on a 55-yard reception against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 2.
  • The receiver practiced very little during the week, showing limited explosiveness during route running on Friday.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Xavier Legette has suffered a knee injury following an impressive Week 2 display against the Atlanta Falcons. Legette had been listed as questionable leading up to the game and was evaluated as a game-time decision, but his pre-game workout was insufficient to allow him to play.

The setback occurred during a 55-yard reception against Atlanta, which resulted in a knee complication that limited his practice time throughout the week. The Panthers have chosen to take a cautious approach with the receiver, who is playing in his third professional season.

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