Overview

• With seven minutes left in the first quarter, Xavier Legette and Rayshawn Jenkins exchanged punches and Jenkins removed Legette’s helmet before officials intervened.
• Referees assessed offsetting unsportsmanlike conduct penalties under NFL rules and ejected both players from the game.
• The skirmish followed a reported joint-practice altercation in which Jenkins allegedly threw a helmet at Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard.
• Legette issued a public apology on social media pledging to avoid future incidents after the ejection.
• Panthers coach Dave Canales warned the roster about maintaining composure as both teams prepare for potential fines and suspension decisions.