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Panthers LB Bobby Okereke is excited about a new opportunity with a new team but has the familiarity of LB coach Peter Hansen, who coached him during his college career at Stanford.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 1

Panthers, Bobby Okereke Already Seem Like Perfect Match Ahead of Week 1

All offseason, it’s been obvious that the Panthers have to get better at linebacker. As a result, the team went out and signed Devin Lloyd in free agency.

Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 1

Panthers Place OL Brady Christensen On IR, Officially Sign LB Bobby Okereke

The Carolina Panthers announced they have placed OL Brady Christensen on injured reserve. This move came in correspondence with the official signing of LB Bobby Okereke.

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NFL News / EasySportz / August 30

Panthers Add Veteran Linebacker Bobby Okereke

The Carolina Panthers are adding some much-needed experience to their defense, agreeing to a one-year deal with veteran linebacker Bobby Okereke. The move comes as Carolina finalizes its roster ahead of the regular season.

NFL News / Yardbarker

Ranking the quarterback history of every NFL franchise

Quarterback is the most important position for an NFL team. That wasn’t always the case, but it has been the case for, you know, 50 years at this point essentially.

Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / August 29

Panthers Shake Up Linebacker Room, Sign Proven Veteran Ahead of Cut Day

The Carolina Panthers have some obvious holes on the roster as we prepare for Week 1. The biggest hole seems to be the other starting linebacker spot next to Devin Lloyd.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / August 29

Panthers To Sign LB Bobby Okereke

A recent report suggested an underwhelming Panthers inside linebacker competition could force the team to look elsewhere. That is already happening, and Carolina is bringing in an accomplished veteran.

New York Giants News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 28

Top Free Agent Landing Spots For LB Bobby Okereke

One of the top free agent linebackers has yet to find a home. Bobby Okereke, a former third-round pick out of Stanford by the Colts in 2019, is still on

NFL News / Yardbarker

The greatest return man for every NFL franchise

From Billy "White Shoes" Johnson to Deion Sanders to Devin Hester, here are the greatest return men for each of the NFL's 32 teams.

New York Giants News / New York Giants on SI / May 14

The Good, the Great and the Ugly of Giants’ 'Draft Steal' Arvell Reese

The New York Giants needed an inside linebacker; there was no doubt about it. Yes, they waived Bobby Okereke and signed Tremaine Edmunds in free agency, but the issue wasn't Okereke in 2025.

Buffalo Bills News / Buffalo Bills on SI / March 26

Bills’ Connection to Top Free Agent LB Bobby Okereke Could Be Factor

This offseason, the Buffalo Bills have aggressively filled three of their most pressing needs. General manager Brandon Beane brought in wide receiver DJ Moore in a trade with the Chicago Bears.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / March 18

NFC South free agency: Best, worst signing, one more FA to target

NFL free agency is only in its second week, but the NFC South already looks drastically different from how it ended the 2025 season. With so much movement, here’s a look at each team’s best and worst signing, plus a free agent to target in the second wave.

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Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / March 15

Cowboys Can Solve Starting LB Void With NFC East Rival in Free Agency

The Dallas Cowboys have put a focus on improving the defense during the first wave of NFL free agency, with several signings that immediately upgrade the secondary for new defensive coordinator Christian Parker.

New York Giants News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 3

Giants Releasing LB Bobby Okereke

According to Jordan Schultz, the Giants have informed LB Bobby Okereke that they are releasing him. New York will free up $9 million in cap space by cutting Okereke and create $5.46 million in dead money, per OverTheCap.

New York Giants News / Field Level Media / February 28

Report: Giants planning to release LB Bobby Okereke

The New York Giants are planning to cut inside linebacker Bobby Okereke in a cost-saving move, The Athletic reported Saturday. Releasing the seven-year NFL veteran, who turns 30 in July, will save the Giants $9 million against the 2026 salary cap.

New York Giants News / New York Giants on SI / December 27

NY Giants' Bobby Okereke Earns Recognition for Week 16 Performance

The 2025 season has long been over for the New York Giants (2-13), but for players like Bobby Okereke, the last two games of the campaign hold a significant amount of value.

New York Giants News / Yardbarker / October 24, 2025

Shane Bowen again takes blame after Giants' collapse in loss to Broncos

While speaking with reporters on Thursday, Bowen once again fell on his figurative sword coming off the Giants' historic collapse during their 33-32 loss at the Denver Broncos on Oct. 19.

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New York Giants News / New York Giants on SI / October 21, 2025

Bobby Okereke Backs Embattled Giants Defensive Boss

New York Giants linebacker Bobby Okereke encouraged observers seeking to oust defensive coordinator Shane Bowen to hold their horses. Bowen is one of several

New York Giants News / Yardbarker / September 13, 2025

Giants LB responds to bizarre criticism of his Week 1 performance

New York Giants linebacker Bobby Okereke had more tackles than any player in the NFL after Week 1, and the veteran has found himself having to defend the stat line.

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New York Giants News / New York Giants on SI / July 4, 2025

Why NY Giants ILB Bobby Okereke Will Increase His 2025 Tackles Total

It was only two years ago that the New York Giants discovered just how much of a defensive menace inside linebacker Bobby Okereke could become for the

New York Giants News / New York Giants on SI / May 29, 2025

Rejuvenated Bobby Okereke Ready to Lead Giants Defense to Bounceback Season

To say that the 2024 NFL campaign was something of a nightmare for New York Giants inside linebacker Bobby Okereke might be an understatement. Not only

New York Giants News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 6, 2025

Giants Souring On LB Bobby Okereke?

Giants OLB Bobby Okereke did not live up to expectations in 2024 after a strong year and had his season cut short due to injury. Per Pat Leonard, “there have been rumblings… that some members of the Giants’ brass do not have a high opinion” of his value heading into the 2025 season.