The anticipated preseason matchup between theCleveland BrownsandCarolina Panthersgot chippy early on Friday night. Panthers wide receiverXavier Legetteand Browns safetyRayshawn Jenkinsgot into a scuffle on Carolina's second drive of the game. The two were tangled up after the play before Legette, a second-year pro, threw a few punches at Jenkins. Jenkins, a nine-year veteran, then proceeded to grab Legette's helmet while the receiver tried to tackle him. As Legette went to the ground, Jenkins was able to rip off his helmet. Xavier Legette and Rayshawn Jenkins have been ejected after fighting in a preseason game.pic.twitter.com/fnocZynbRs — The Sporting News (@sportingnews)August 8, 2025 Officials threw several flags as a result of the melee. After an extended huddle, they called Legette and Jenkins for offsetting unsportsmanlike conduct penalties and ejected them from the game. Jenkins, who is battling for a backup safety role in Cleveland was replaced by fellow veteranDamontae Kazee. Meanwhile, Legette's exit gave fellow second-year wide-outJalen Cokermore time to play withBryce Young. The Holy Cross product made the most of it, catching a 5-yard touchdown to cap off Carolina's second drive of the evening. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY:Panthers' Xavier Legette, Browns' Rayshawn Jenkins ejected after brawl