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Legette, Jenkins Ejected Following First-Quarter Fight in Panthers-Browns Preseason Opener

Teams now face heightened scrutiny of player conduct ahead of final roster cuts

Aug 2, 2025; Charlottle, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers wide receiver Xavier Legette (17) during Fanfest at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • In the first quarter, a scuffle erupted after Chuba Hubbard was stopped on a 2nd-and-4 rush, leading Legette and Jenkins to exchange punches and resulting in both being tossed.
  • Despite the altercation, the Panthers capped the drive with a five-yard touchdown pass from Bryce Young to Jalen Coker.
  • After the game, Legette issued a public apology to Panthers fans for his role in the incident.
  • Carolina’s unofficial depth chart still features Legette as one of its top three wideouts, while Cleveland lists Jenkins as a backup strong safety behind Grant Delpit.
  • Legette led Panthers rookies in 2024 with 49 catches for 497 yards and four touchdowns, and Jenkins brings eight seasons of NFL experience across the Chargers, Jaguars and Seahawks.