Xavier Legette: fastest man in NFL
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Carolina Panthers wide receiver Xavier Legette has been making waves not just for his athleticism but for his lightning speed. Legette, known for his remarkable agility, stunned spectators during his final college season when he clocked an impressive top speed of 22.3 mph while scoring a sensational 76-yard touchdown against Mississippi State.
This speed places him in a league of his own, surpassing even the fastest NFL players of the previous season, with only D.K. Metcalf of the Seattle Seahawks coming close. Comparisons to Metcalf have been drawn, with an NFL evaluator noting Legette's potential for game-breaking plays and versatility as both a runner and pass-catcher. “Not quite the athlete Metcalf is but he’s got some game-breaking ability like that, and he can do a little more with versatility as a runner and pass-catcher,” the evaluator said via ESPN's senior NFL reporter Jeremy Fowler.
For the Panthers, Legette's exceptional speed and skill set offer a promising future, especially for quarterback Bryce Young, who stands to benefit from his game-changing abilities. As Legette prepares to make his mark in the NFL, eyes will be on him to see if he can fulfill the expectations set by his impressive college performances and comparisons to established stars like Metcalf.