Xavier Legette knows what he needs to do to improve on his rookie season

The Panthers second year wide receiver has spoken openly about his struggles and path to improvement.

Carolina Panthers second year wide receiver Xavier Legette has been a focal point for the media in the offseason and at OTAs. His southern charm and accent is always a joy to listen to, and he’s been open discussing his play on the field and the new look wide receiver room.

Legette was very critical of his own play late last season and doubled down when asked about it during his press conference saying he didn’t think he was too hard on himself because he felt he cost the team games with his drops. He apparently sat down with wide receivers coach Rob Moore and offensive coordinator Brad Idzik to discuss what went right and wrong last season. When asked what he prioritized this offseason, Legette talked about catching the ball with his hands away from his body.

Legette went on to say that being confident was the most important factor affecting whether or not he’d catch the ball away from his body.

He was also asked a lot of questions about the selection of Tetairoa McMillan. He expressed nothing but excitement for the selection and said he was aware it was a possibility before draft night. If anything, the extra attention McMillan draws should make life easier for Legette on the other side of the field.

Legette has the self awareness and the situation to have a big year two. If the hands improve along with a better mastery of the offense and the NFL game, the former Gamecock can be a dangerous weapon for the Panthers next season.