Panthers still waiting for Xavier Legette’s breakout season

After showing promise as a rookie, Xavier Legette took a step backward in 2025 as his production and opportunities declined. With Tetairoa McMillan emerging as Carolina’s top receiving threat, the former first-round pick enters a pivotal season facing increased pressure to prove he can still become a key piece of the Panthers’ future. Can Legette bounce back, or will another disappointing year raise even more questions about his long-term role?