Panthers 2026 training camp tracker: Top takeaways and observations from Day 8

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The Carolina Panthers hit the practice field on Tuesday, for their final training camp session before kicking off preseason play later this week.

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Here are our top takeaways and observations from the outing . . .

Avoiding another major injury

Wideout Xavier Legette had his day ended during seven-on-seven drills. The third-year receiver came down hard on his head and back when attempting a catch in the back of the end zone, and was carted off after being tended to by trainers.

According to head coach Dave Canales, Legette has since been cleared of a concussion.

"Went in, evaluated him. Cleared him of concussion, but looks like a stinger," Canales told reporters. "So, we're gonna evaluate him over the next day or so and just make sure that he's in the right spot."

Carolina has already been dealt two major blows in camp with the knee injuries to outside linebacker Nic Scourton and rookie wide receiver Chris Brazzell II. Both Scourton (ACL tear) and Brazzell (LCL tear) will be out for the entirety of the 2026 campaign.

Luckily in this case, Legette seems to have skirted a major setback.

TE is TBD

The same may not be said for tight end Ja'Tavion Sanders, who also made an early exit due to an injury.

Per Canales, Sanders is being looked at for an ankle issue.

"Yeah, it looked like an ankle—and he wasn't able to finish," Canales stated. "But he had a great day. So we'll evaluate him and see where he's at."

Controlling the energy

About midway through the session, Canales huddled the team together to inspire an uptick in tempo. Well, a scuffle would eventually ensue in what became a rather chippy practice—particularly on the defense's end.

Canales had to remind his players about the importance of control.

"None of that helps us," he said. "It throws us out of the rhythm of practice. We're trying to get these guys in game shape. And certainly on game day—you throw a punch, you're out. You're out of the game and that hurts the team when only having so many guys.

"We were able to regroup and finish the drive. Got another seven or eight plays—or something like that—to finish down in the red zone. Love the effort, love the energy—all that stuff. But we gotta be smarter with some of that stuff."

The brouhaha involved running back Chuba Hubbard—who, per multiple reports, threw a punch at defensive lineman Bobby Brown II. Hubbard also threw Brown's helmet, as the two were separated from one another.

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