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On YouTubeCarolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / May 3
Ikem Ekwonu aiming for Panthers extension
Ikem Ekwonu will remain with the Panthers for at least the next two seasons, given the team’s recent decision on his fifth-year option.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 2
NFC Notes: Bears, Falcons, Panthers, Tetairoa McMillan, Ikem Ekwonu
Bears OL coach Dan Roushar said he will look past the poor rookie season of Kiran Amegadjie until he gets a good look at him on the field this offseason.
Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Talk / May 1
LT Ikem Ekwonu wants to remain in Carolina long term but has no timeline for an extension 
The Panthers have picked up the fifth-year option on left tackle Ikem Ekwonu's contract. He is expected to get a long-term deal, something the Panthers did for defensive lineman Derrick Brown and cornerback Jaycee Horn in the same situation.
The 'Active NFL rushing leaders' quiz
Can you name the active NFL players with at least 3,000 rushing yards through the end of 2024 season?
Carolina Panthers News / Pack Insider / April 27
Carolina Picks Up Former NC State All-American Ikem Ekwonu’s 5th-Year Option
The Carolina Panthers have picked up the 5th-year option for former NC State All-American Left Tackle Ikem Ekwonu. The Panthers drafted Ekwonu with the 6th overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, signing him to a 4-year contract worth $27,568,052, with a 5th-year option.
One offseason addition for each NFL team that should make fans excited
The offseason brings reason for excitement, even for the NFL's bottom feeders. Here's a look at one roster add every fanbase should be excited about heading into the 2025 season.
Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / April 26
Panthers to exercise LT Ikem Ekwonu’s fifth-year option
Ikem Ekwonu has served as the Panthers’ starting left tackle throughout his time in the NFL so far. That will continue for at least the next two years.
Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 29
Rare accolade for Carolina Panthers' first-rounder comes with an insult
We believe the Carolina Panthers have dramatically improved their defense - at least on paper - this offseason. Unfortunately, even if that's the case they still probably have one of the worst overall rosters in the NFL.
Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 24
Panthers urged to make big contract move with rising star
The Carolina Panthers have already struck a big contract extension this offseason, signing cornerback Jaycee Horn to a four-year, $100 million pact. Who could be next?
Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / March 8
Panthers re-sign C Austin Corbett, TE Tommy Tremble
The Panthers will have plenty of continuity up front in 2025. One day after tendering restricted free agent Cade Mays, the team has ensured Austin Corbett will be in place as well.
NFL News / Yardbarker / February 26
Carolina Panthers offseason checklist: Poaching Super Bowl-winning Eagles defender should be top priority
With the new league year kicking off March 12, NFL teams are already deep into planning for the offseason. Here are five moves the Carolina Panthers should make in the coming months.
The way-too-early 2026 NFL mock draft
With the 2025 NFL Draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2026. Here's a look at our first 2026 mock draft as of April 29, 2025.
Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 6
Panthers Indicate CB Jaycee Horn & LT Ikem Ekwonu Are Priorities To Retain
In his end-of-season press conference, Panthers GM Dan Morgan spoke highly about the future of CB Jaycee Horn and LT Ikem Ekwonu as two of the core pieces they hope to retain. Horn is entering the final year of his rookie contract on the fifth-year option and Morgan said signing him long-term is going to be a priority, per Darin Gantt.
Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / January 6
What Ickey Ekwonu said about the development of Panthers QB Bryce Young
Bryce Young has risen from the ashes and developed into a promising quarterback for the Carolina Panthers. After investing so much to get him in 2023 and then investing a lot to make his life easier in 2024, he finally rewarded that with excellent play to close out the 2024 season.
Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / January 3
What Ickey Ekwonu said about his fifth-year option with the Panthers
Ickey Ekwonu is in his fourth season with the Carolina Panthers. He was a first-round pick, which means his rookie contract will conclude this year unless the Panthers pick up his fifth-year option.
Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / December 16
Panthers Week 15 PFF Grades: Jadeveon Clowney, Bryce Young, and Ikem Ekwonu stand out against Cowboys
The Carolina Panthers had an abysmal day on Sunday. Most individual players played poorly, and the team laid an egg in a game it was expected to win. The banged-up 5-8 Dallas Cowboys played like Super Bowl contenders against Carolina, and the PFF grades showcase the worst offenders.
Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / November 18
Panthers injuries: Jonathon Brooks, Ikem Ekwonu, Miles Sanders, Adam Thielen updates
The bye week has allowed the Carolina Panthers to get some much-needed rest and return to their 2024 regular season schedule a little bit healthier. While
Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / November 13
ex-Panthers OT Russell Okung claims victory lap over getting paid in Bitcoin
The Carolina Panthers have gone through a lot of left tackles since the retirement of Jordan Gross. They hope to have finally landed on a frachise option with Ikem Ekwonu, and he's showing signs of progress in Year 3, but the jury is still out.
Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / November 8
Panthers injuries: Adam Thielen, Ikem Ekwonu status announced for Week 10
The Carolina Panthers have several key players on injury watch for this weekend's matchup in Germany. The Panthers are rolling after a huge comeback win, but the health of key players will determine how well they can keep things going against the New York Giants.
Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / June 15
National outlet names the 2024 season exactly what it truly is for one Panthers first-round pick
Ikem Ekwonu had a rough 2023 season. The starting offensive tackle was responsible for numerous sacks, making starting quarterback Bryce Young's life harder than it had to be. As a result, Pro Football Focus labeled Ekwonu as one of 10 players with a lot to prove heading into the 2024 season.
Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / January 16, 2024
Ekwonu Believes He Can Still Play Left Tackle at an 'Elite Level' in the NFL
Outside of the quarterback, the left tackle may be the most important position on an NFL roster. You have to be able to protect the blindside of your quarterback and not get beat off the edge time and time again.
Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / January 1, 2024
Does Moving Ikem Ekwonu Inside Make Sense?
It hasn't been all bad, but the pass protection woes of second-year left tackle Ikem Ekwonu have become a major concern for the Carolina Panthers in recent weeks.
North Carolina State Wolfpack News / Yardbarker / April 28, 2022
Panthers select OT Ikem Ekwonu with the No. 6 pick in the 2022 NFL Draft
The Panthers needed help on the offensive line after allowing 52 sacks last season, fifth-most in the NFL.
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 4, 2022
Top NFL prospects Aidan Hutchinson, Ikem Ekonwu visit Jaguars
The NFL's top draft prospects are making the rounds with teams this week, and two potential No. 1 picks are starting things off by visiting last season's worst squad.
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 1, 2022
2022 NFL Draft: Betting on the second overall pick
The NFL Draft is four weeks away, and today we will turn our focus to the futures market around the second overall pick.
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