The Carolina Panthers are an exciting young team on the rise, particularly on the offensive side of the ball. With a promising quarterback in Bryce Young and a dynamic running back in Chuba Hubbard, the Panthers have a solid foundation for the future. Additionally, the emergence of wide receiver Xavier Legette has made the offense even more intriguing for fantasy managers. In this article, we’ll break down the fantasy relevance of Bryce Young, Chuba Hubbard, and Xavier Legette, all of whom can help carry your dynasty team for years to come.
Bryce Young: The Quarterback with Big Potential
Bryce Young enters his third season with a lot of promise. Though growing pains are still expected, Young’s skill set and ability to make plays with both his arm and his legs could lead to fantasy success sooner than expected.
2024-2025 Fantasy Production: In his sophomore year, Young threw for 2,400+ yards and 15 touchdowns, with additional rushing production, showing significant progress from his rookie year. While not yet an elite fantasy option, his production showed that he can be a serviceable QB2 in 1QB leagues and a potential QB2 in superflex leagues.
Dynasty Value: At 23 years old, Young has ample time to grow into a top-tier fantasy quarterback. He’s a great player to target if you're looking for a young, ascending quarterback in your dynasty league.
Xavier Legette: The 2nd-Year Wideout
The rookie wideout Xavier Legette ended up being one of the better offensive options on an ascending Panthers offense, and by the end of the season was one of QB Bryce Young's top options in the passing game.
2024-2025 Fantasy Production: In 2024, Legette posted 497 receiving yards and 4 touchdowns. His ability to make big plays and create separation makes him an intriguing fantasy asset and he has a good chance of improving on those numbers.
Dynasty Value: At 24, Legette is entering his second year in the NFL. He’s a great WR4/5 option for a dynasty team looking for a flyer with solid upside. With Young continuing to develop, Legette could easily see an increase in fantasy production as the Panthers' offense improves in 2025.
Chuba Hubbard: The Workhorse Back
Chub was at one point the 2nd string RB in Carolina behind veteran Miles Sanders, but in 2024 took over the starting gig and made the most of it. His ability to rush effectively between the tackles and contribute as a receiver now makes him a valuable fantasy asset.
2024-2025 Fantasy Production: Hubbard finished 2024 with 1,100+ rushing yards and 10 touchdowns. His relative youth and ability to be the focal point of the Carolina ground game now makes him a strong RB2 with RB1 upside.
Dynasty Value: At 25 and with very few career carries, Hubbard should still have a good 3-4 years left as a solid fantasy asset. As long as he remains the Panthers' lead back, he’ll offer solid fantasy value, making him a great target for your dynasty team. Despite the presence of 2nd-year-back Jonathan Brooks (who is going to miss most, if not all of 2025) and newly signed Rico Dowdle, neither should usurp Hubbard's starting role, thus keeping his fantasy relevancy secure for at least 2 more years.
While the Panthers are still in a rebuilding phase, Bryce Young, Xavier Legette, and Chuba Hubbard are all young, talented players who can help anchor your dynasty team for years to come. Whether you're looking for a quarterback with upside, a reliable receiver, or a workhorse running back, these players provide solid value in dynasty leagues.
