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Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / September 7
What the Panthers Should Do When All Tackles are Healthy Again
The Carolina Panthers aren't sure when it will happen, but they anticipate having four starting tackles at some point this season. Right now, Monroe Freeling is on the right, and Rasheed Walker is on the left.
Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / August 27
Panthers Predicted to Add Perfect Ikem Ekwonu Replacement in 2027 Draft
The Carolina Panthers have seen some big changes along the offensive line this offseason. Starting left tackle Ikem Ekwonu suffered an injury in the team’s playoff game and is going to miss the first part of the 2026 season.
Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 25
NFC Notes: Dave Canales, Ikem Ekwonu, Kendre Miller, Panthers, Saints
Panthers HC Dave Canales said that LT Ikem Ekwonu appears to be getting closer to a return. “Ickey’s doing great,” Canales said, via Panthers Wire. “He had another great day on the field.
The 'Most 300-yard, 3-TD NFL games' quiz
How many of the 46 NFL quarterbacks to throw for 300 yards and three touchdowns in the same game at least 10 times in their career can you name in six minutes?
Carolina Panthers News / Athlon Sports / August 25
Panthers Predicted to Select Heir Apparent to Ikem Ekwonu in 2027 NFL Draft
The Carolina Panthers‘ offensive line looks much different right now than it did a year ago. There’s no more Cade Mays at center, and both starting tackles are currently out.
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season
A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.
Carolina Panthers News / The SportsRush / July 23
Ikem Ekwonu’s Patellar Tendon Rehab Has Panthers GM Bullish on 2026 Return
Ikem Ekwonu is ahead of schedule, and the Carolina Panthers believe he has a real shot at playing this season. NFL Network‘s Ian Rapoport reported that Panthers GM Dan Morgan expressed optimism about Ekwonu’s return from a torn patellar tendon.
Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / July 22
Panthers Move Ikem Ekwonu, Tershawn Wharton To Active/PUP List; Bobby Brown Added To Active/NFI List
The Panthers placed right tackle Taylor Moton and cornerback Jaycee Horn on the active/non-football injury list yesterday. More procedural moves have taken place today.
Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / June 15
Rasheed Walker Leading Panthers’ LT Competition; Latest On Ikem Ekwonu
The Panthers spent spring workouts conducting a competition at left tackle and center. A final decision on the blindside has not yet been made, but the team’s more experienced option is in the lead.
NFL News / Yardbarker / June 10
NFC South unanswered questions: Will Baker Mayfield, Bucs agree to extension before self-imposed deadline?
Teams have a much clearer picture of where they stand now that free agency and the NFL Draft are in the rearview mirror. That doesn't mean every question has been answered.
Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / June 9
Panthers Expect LT Ikem Ekwonu To Play In 2026
During the Panthers’ wild-card loss, Ikem Ekwonu suffered a torn patellar tendon. A lengthy recovery process is ongoing, but a return to action some time during the fall could very well be in store.
NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 1
Why the Panthers Can Stun the NFL and Go on a Deep Playoff Run in 2026
The Carolina Panthers shocked the world by making the playoffs in 2025. They then shocked the world simply by not getting blown out by the superior Los Angeles Rams in said playoff game.
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season
NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.
Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 28
Monroe Freeling Puts Finishing on Brutal Turn of Events for Ikem Ekwonu
The Carolina Panthers have a new left tackle after the NFL Draft, stealing Monroe Freeling when he wasn't expected to be on the board at 19. With new talent, comes some adversity for players already in the building, and no one on the Panthers is dealing with more adversity than Ikem Ekwonu.
Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / April 7
NFL Mock: Panthers Land Tackle Who Could Replace Ikem Ekwonu or Taylor Moton
The NFL League meetings took place just over a week ago, when staff members and coaches from all 32 teams gathered in Arizona to discuss the future of the NFL.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 14
NFL free-agency winners, losers: Panthers, Steelers find good value
The NFL's free-agent signing period continued on Friday, and while most of the biggest names have already been signed, there is still some good value to be had a week into the offseason.
Carolina Panthers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 11
Panthers add Ikem Ekwonu insurance in free agency
The Carolina Panthers moved quickly to stabilize their offensive line Tuesday, agreeing to terms with veteran tackle Stone Forsythe in free agency. The move provides immediate depth at left tackle while star lineman Ikem Ekwonu continues recovering from a major knee injury suffered during the 2025 postseason.
NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 10
Bills’ 5-Time Pro Bowl Left Tackle Would Be Ideal Ikem Ekwonu Replacement
Late last week, Brad Gagnon of Bleacher Report came up with a half-dozen “surprise” trade candidates for this NFL offseason. One of his candidates is slated to have a new home as the Las Vegas Raiders are shipping defensive end Maxx Crosby to the Baltimore Ravens for first-round picks in 2026 and 2027.
Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 3
$50M Colts Star Projected to Land With Carolina Panthers in Free Agency
One of the several things the Carolina Panthers need to do this offseason is identify someone they can trust to come in and be the starting left tackle for a year while Ikem Ekwonu is on the shelf.
Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 3
Carolina Panthers Pick Ikem Ekwonu Replacement Surprisingly Early in Mock Draft
The NFL draft is inching closer and closer, with the scouting combine taking place this past weekend. With only 51 days left until the draft, mocks are
Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 2
3 Carolina Panthers Draft Targets Whose Stock Rose at NFL Combine
The NFL Combine is over, but it was once again extremely valuable for the Carolina Panthers. Undoubtedly, some of their future draft picks put on elite displays of athleticism and more in Indianapolis.
Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / March 2
Chiefs Just Released Perfect Ikem Ekwonu Replacement for Carolina Panthers
The Carolina Panthers need a stopgap solution at left tackle, and the Kansas City Chiefs may have just released the ideal one. Jawaan Taylor got too costly for his production, so the Chiefs cut him before free agency began.
Carolina 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 / 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 / Field Level Media / August 28, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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.
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.
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