Carolina Panthers acquire WR Xavier Legette in 2024 NFL Draft trade up
The Carolina Panthers traded up into the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft to select South Carolina receiver Xavier Legette. They traded the first pick in the second round — No. 33 overall — along with a fifth-rounder to Buffalo for the No. 32 pick and a sixth-round pick, ultimately choosing Legette as the final pick of the first round. Legette caught 71 passes for 1,255 yards and seven touchdowns with South Carolina in 2023 and stands at 6-foot-3 and 227 pounds.
By the Numbers- Carolina traded No. 33 overall and a fifth-rounder for the No. 32 pick and a sixth-round pick
- Legette caught 71 passes for 1,255 yards and 7 touchdowns in 2023
- Carolina Panthers have acquired Xavier Legette, a 6'3, 227-pound wide receiver
- They also hold the seventh pick in the second round — No. 39 overall
The Carolina Panthers made a significant move by trading up for Xavier Legette, aiming to bolster their offensive lineup and provide support to struggling quarterback Bryce Young. The acquisition positions the Panthers for an enhanced offensive performance in the upcoming season.
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