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Panthers' Legette Ejected After Punches Thrown, Issues Apology

8/9/2025

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In a heated moment during the preseason clash against the Cleveland Browns, Carolina Panthers receiver Xavier Legette was ejected for throwing punches at safety Rayshawn Jenkins. The altercation sparked a fiery exchange, but both players later extended apologies, with Legette taking to social media to express his remorse and vow to keep his cool in the future.

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In a heated moment during the preseason clash against the Cleveland Browns, Carolina Panthers receiver Xavier Legette was ejected for throwing punches at safety Rayshawn Jenkins. The altercation sparked a fiery exchange, but both players later extended apologies, with Legette taking to social media to express his remorse and vow to keep his cool in the future.