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Dave Canales said what Panthers fans always hoped about Xavier Legette

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The resolve was evident.
It’s been a tough couple of weeks for Xavier Legette, who found himself under heavy criticism after another slow start to the season. While the outside noise grew louder, the Carolina Panthers never lost faith — and in his Week 5 return against the Miami Dolphins, Legette showed exactly why.

It wasn’t perfect, but his clutch touchdown catch helped fuel one of Carolina’s most inspiring comeback wins of the year. His stat line — two receptions for 31 yards and a score — doesn’t tell the full story, but his response did.

Head coach Dave Canales couldn’t have been prouder. He’s seen the work, the humility, and the growth.

“When the ball came to him, he made the plays — building confidence every day,” Canales said via Panthers.com.

That’s exactly what Panthers fans have always hoped for: a player who learns from the setbacks, fights back, and earns every yard through effort and belief.

Confidence takes time to rebuild, but Legette’s attitude and energy suggest this is just the beginning. Every game is another step toward redemption — and Carolina fans are right there with him.

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