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Xavier Legette earns a dream opportunity to create content at Kentucky Derby

The Carolina Panthers star will get to share his love of horses with a bigger audience during the renowned Kentucky Derby.

By Matt Reed

Dec 1, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Panthers wide receiver Xavier Legette (17) makes a catch against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images
Dec 1, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Panthers wide receiver Xavier Legette (17) makes a catch against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images / Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images
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The Carolina Panthers may be excited about their recent NFL Draft picks but the team could have drafted themselves the wide receiver with the most personality in 2024 when they took Xavier Legette from South Carolina.

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Legette had an up-and-down rookie seasons with nearly 500 yards receiving, and while his upside on the field was clear it was even more obvious that he has quite the funny personality that resonated with the Panthers community and the rest of the NFL.

The 24 year old made it known that he has a love for horses and southern culture, and throughout his debut year he was seen riding his favorite animal and talking about them in his distinct accent.

Now, the NFL has given Legette the opportunity to head to the biggest horse racing event in the United States, the Kentucky Derby, to create content and show off his hilarious persona throughout the weekend.

While Carolina is undoubtedly hoping for an even bigger Year 2 from their 2024 draft pick, the team has to be loving the positive energy that Legette is offering in such a short span of time in the league.

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