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On YouTubeCarolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / January 25
Why Panthers Tackle Ikem Ekwonu Might Not Be Irreplaceable
The Carolina Panthers no longer have a good plan at left tackle. They had picked up Ikem Ekwonu's fifth-year option, meaning he will not hit free agency this year and will remain under contract for at least one more season.
Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / January 12
3 options for Panthers to replace Ickey Ekwonu in 2026
The Carolina Panthers lost Ikem Ekwonu early on against the Los Angeles Rams, and he never returned. It was clear from the get-go that it was a horrible injury and that he wouldn't return.
The 'Youngest Conference Champ QBs' quiz
How many of the quarterbacks in NFL history to win a Conference Championship game before turning 27 years old can you name in five minutes?
Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / January 11
Panthers LT Ikem Ekwonu Suffers Torn Patellar Tendon
Ikem Ekwonu suffered what Panthers head coach Dave Canales referred to as a “significant” knee injury yesterday. Further testing has confirmed that is indeed the case.
The best one-and-done playoff teams in NFL history
The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.
Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 11
Panthers LT Ikem Ekwonu Ruptured His Patellar Tendon
Panthers HC Dave Canales announced that LT Ikem Ekwonu suffered a ruptured patellar tendon in yesterday’s playoff loss to the Rams, per David Newton. It’s an unfortunate and significant injury for Ekwonu and Carolina, as due to the timing this injury will impact next season for Ekwonu.
NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / January 11
Dave Canales shares tough news after playoff loss to Rams
A key offensive lineman was carted off the field after going down with an apparent lower-body injury while trying to block on a passing play.
Carolina Panthers News / A to Z Sports / January 10
NFL adds insult to injury as Carolina Panthers left tackle suffers apparent knee injury in playoff tilt with LA Rams
The Carolina Panthers got things started on a high note against the Los Angeles Rams when franchise legend Cam Newton came out to bang the Keep Pounding drum, but all of that home momentum expired quickly for the Panthers when the clock started.
Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game
For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.
Carolina Panthers News / 5 GOATs / January 10
Ikem Ekwonu injury update: Panthers starting LT carted off field with apparent knee injury
The Carolina Panthers might have suffered a costly injury in the Wild Card round playoff game against the Los Angeles Rams. Starting left tackle Ikem Ekwonu was carted off with a seemingly serious injury.
Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / January 10
Carolina Panthers suffer huge blow with early injury on offense
The Carolina Panthers have had the ball twice, and things are not going according to plan. Not only are they trailing, but they've just suffered a critical blow to the offensive line.
Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / December 4
Panthers hope to extend LT Ikem Ekwonu, retain C Cade Mays
This past spring, the Panthers exercised Ikem Ekwonu‘s fifth-year option. As a result, the team is set to have left tackle stability through at least 2026.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 11
NFC Notes: Dave Canales, Ikem Ekwonu, Raheem Morris, Falcons, Panthers
Falcons HC Raheem Morris says no staff changes are coming in Atlanta this week: “We’ve got a really good group.” (Will McFadden) Morris on whether QB Michael Penix, Jr.‘s low completion percentage was on him or others: “You never really want to blame anyone when it comes down to that.
Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / November 10
Ickey Ekwonu's analysis a devastating indictment of Panthers coaching staff
You are not going to win a lot of games when you total seven points and just 175 total yards. So it was no surprise that the Carolina Panthers came up short on Sunday afternoon in their own building.
Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / November 4
Ickey Ekwonu deserves more credit for shutting down Micah Parsons
It’s one of the bigger surprises of the 2025 NFL season to date. The improving Carolina Panthers were humbled at home by the Buffalo Bills, 40-9, and now headed to Lambeau Field.
Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 19
Biggest injury for Carolina Panthers is testing their offensive line depth
It began with left tackle Ikem Ekwonu missing the team’s season opener at Jacksonville. It continued with standout right tackle Taylor Moton sitting out last Sunday’s clash with the Dallas Cowboys with an elbow issue.
Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Talk / September 14
Ikem Ekwonu is expected to play for Panthers 
The Panthers were missing a key piece of their offensive line in their Week 1 loss to the Jaguars, but it looks like they'll have him back in Week 2. Left tackle Ikem Ekwonu was able to practice on a limited basis this week after missing the opener as he continued to recover from an emergency appendectomy.
NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 14
Key piece for Carolina Panthers expected to return against Arizona Cardinals
The Carolina Panthers won't be at full strength for today's road game against the Arizona Cardinals, but they will at least be getting one of their most important players back in the lineup.
NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 13
Panthers get pivotal injury update for Cardinals clash
The Carolina Panthers’ offense will receive a huge upgrade for their Week 2 matchup with the Arizona Cardinals. After missing Week 1 while recovering from an offseason injury, left tackle Ikem Ekwonu is expected to make his season debut on Sunday.
Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 7
Will Panthers OT Ikem Ekwonu play Week 1 vs. Jaguars?
The Carolina Panthers are starting their season off against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 1, but a few players will have to wait to make their 2025 debuts.
Carolina Panthers News / Field Level Media / August 28
Panthers LT Ikem Ekwonu had appendectomy, Week 1 status in jeopardy
Carolina Panthers left tackle Ikem Ekwonu had an appendectomy last weekend and is in jeopardy of missing the season opener at Jacksonville. Head coach Dave Canales said he isn't ready to make a rash decision on the status of Ekwonu, who has started all 49 of his games since being drafted sixth overall in 2022 -- including 15 last season.
Carolina 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 / 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.
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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