Panthers receivers Jalen Coker and Xavier Legette miss practice ahead of Browns matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 9:27 PM
Last updated Sep 24, 2026
Carolina Panthers wide receivers Jalen Coker and Xavier Legette did not practice on Thursday ahead of their Week 3 game against the Cleveland Browns. Coker is dealing with an ankle injury, while Legette has a knee issue. Both had practiced on Wednesday but were sidelined on Thursday. Their absence could significantly impact the Panthers' offensive capabilities, as they rank as the NFL's second-highest scoring offense. Coach Dave Canales is expected to address their availability in a press conference on Friday.
- •Coker has 16 catches for 204 yards and two touchdowns this season.
- •Legette had a 55-yard reception in the previous game against the Falcons.
- •John Metchie and Brycen Tremayne could step in if Coker and Legette are unavailable.
- •David Moore may be promoted from the practice squad for added depth at receiver.
- •Panthers will release game day injury designations on Friday.
- 9:27 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers WRs Jalen Coker, Xavier Legette miss practice with injuries ahead of Week 3 game vs. Browns
"Two of Carolina's top three wide receivers did not practice on Thursday ahead of the Panthers' Week 3 game against the Cleveland Browns on Sunday. Jalen Coker (ankle) and Xavier Legette (knee) were both non-participants after both practiced on Wednesday. Coker battled through an ankle injury last week but was able to play on Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons, hauling in eight passes for 66 yards in a 34-3 win.
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