Patriots Rumors: Panthers Traded Ahead of NE for Xavier Legette in 2024 NFL Draft

The New England Patriots were reportedly targeting wide receiver Xavier Legette in the second round before the Carolina Panthers traded up to No. 32 overall to select the South Carolina product. ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reported the Patriots scrambled to trade out of the No. 34 pick after Legette's selection, eventually reaching a deal with the Los Angeles Chargers. New England would take Washington receiver Ja'Lynn Polk at No. 37 overall.