Fantasy Football Week 9 Sleepers: Xavier Legette Emerges As Carolina's Potential Star
Xavier Legette - RB, Carolina Panthers
With Christian McCaffrey sidelined yet again, Xavier Legette has seized the opportunity to showcase his potential as Carolina's lead running back. In Week 8, he exploded for 130 yards and a touchdown on 26 carries, proving that he possesses the talent to be a valuable fantasy asset.
Legette's combination of size (6'1", 220 lbs) and athleticism makes him a nightmare for opposing defenses. He has a powerful running style that allows him to break tackles and gain extra yards, while his agility and quickness enable him to make sharp cuts and create scoring opportunities.
Favorable Matchup in Week 9
This week, the Panthers face a favorable matchup against the New Orleans Saints, who have allowed the fourth-most rushing yards in the NFL (141.1 per game). With Legette expected to receive a heavy workload, he has the potential to put up another strong performance and secure a spot on fantasy rosters.
Other Potential Sleepers
In addition to Legette, here are a few other players who could emerge as potential sleepers in Week 9: