Xavier Woods: 2024 NFL Season Highlights and Controversies

Xavier Woods, a safety for the Carolina Panthers, has had a notable 2024 NFL season. He is currently dealing with a hamstring injury, which is one of the third injuries to the Panthers' starting secondary. Despite this, Woods has managed to make significant contributions on the field, recording 56 solo tackles and being tied for 32nd in forced fumbles.

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Woods' season has not been without controversy. Recently, he was involved in a controversial hit during a game against the Dallas Cowboys, which led to a significant backlash. Greg Olsen, a former player and current analyst, criticized the officiating and the NFL for the call, highlighting the intensity of the incident and its impact on the game.

Financially, Woods is set to earn a base salary of $4,400,000 in 2024, with an additional workout bonus of $100,000. His cap hit for the year is $7,759,168, with a dead cap value of $3,259,168.

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In terms of performance, Woods' stats for the 2024 season are available per game on ESPN, reflecting his defensive contributions throughout the regular and postseason games. Additionally, he was fined $11,255 for a late hit on Bengals tight end Mike Gesicki, which is another incident that has garnered attention this season.