IKEM EKWONU NEWS

Does Moving Ikem Ekwonu Inside Make Sense? The former first-round pick has had a tough season.

JANUARY 1, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

For Ikem Ekwonu and offensive line, better is just the first step There is still plenty for them to work on, but the protection was improved in the second preseason game, and there were no post-game meeting...

AUGUST 19, 2023 • PANTHERS.COM

NFL young talent rankings: No. 16 Panthers have promise — and a potential franchise QB

The Panthers nailed a few drafts in recent years, then traded up for the No. 1 pick and added QB Bryce Young. Carolina has a lot of potentia...

AUGUST 17, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

Panthers camp surprises: Ikem Ekwonu's quick ascent, two cornerbacks making plays Ikem Ekwonu has become a force at left tackle and two defensive backs continue strong starts to Panthers training camp.

JULY 29, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Ikem Ekwonu named Panthers' most important non-QB Who is the most important non-QB on the Panthers’ roster? Maybe it’s the guy who’s tasked with protecting the QB.

JULY 20, 2023 • USATODAY.COM

Ikem Ekwonu and Cade Mays converge at offensive line summit The Panthers' sophomore offensive linemen spent a portion of their time off before training camp sharpening up their skills at OL Mastermind...

JULY 12, 2023 • PANTHERS.COM

Ikem Ekwonu Listed on the 2023 NFL All-Breakout Team Ickey Ekwonu is set to dominate in year two with the Carolina Panthers.

JUNE 2, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Photos: Ikem Ekwonu joins NFL Africa for flag football camp Ekwonu joined other NFL players as part of NFL Africa's outreach efforts in Kenya, helping to grow the game of football.

APRIL 17, 2023 • PANTHERS.COM

Best of Ikem Ekwonu in rookie season View photos of Ekwonu from his 2022 season debut with the Panthers as he became the first Panthers rookie to play 100 percent of the offensi...

JANUARY 16, 2023 • PANTHERS.COM

For Ikem Ekwonu, his rookie year was just a start The 2022 first-round left tackle knows the expectations will increase, but his growth during his first season lends a sense of stability at...

JANUARY 16, 2023 • PANTHERS.COM

Panthers rookie report: No. 6 pick Ikem Ekwonu looks like real deal at left tackle Ekwonu continues to look like the Panthers' left tackle of the future. He has not allowed a sack in his past 594 snaps.

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Panthers OT Ikem Ekwonu earns high praise at midseason point Panthers rookie LT Ikem Ekwonu has stuck on quickly in the NFL, and he’s starting to get his recognition for it.

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • USATODAY.COM

Ikem Ekwonu judges Innovation Sustainability Competition with Honeywell and Digi-Bridge Charlotte native Ikem Ekwonu went to the Honeywell headquarters in Charlotte to judge six innovative projects to help sustainable recycling...

NOVEMBER 3, 2022 • PANTHERS.COM

The Ickey Whisperer: How Cam Erving became a mentor to Ikem Ekwonu The Panthers backup left tackle has become instrumental in the development of Ikem Ekwonu this year, sharing lessons he wished he learned as...

OCTOBER 22, 2022 • PANTHERS.COM

Grading NFL rookie tackles: How did Evan Neal, Ikem Ekwonu, Tyler Smith do?

Former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz breaks down the debut performances of three first-round offensive tackles.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

Browns-Panthers preview: Week 1 NFL guide, analysis, prediction

Week 1 of the NFL season continues Sunday with a slew of heavy-hitting matchups! Here's what to know about Browns-Panthers.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

Ikem Ekwonu will get his first big taste as Panthers' LT in Week 1 vs. Browns First up for rookie LT Ikem Ekwonu? Browns elite pass rusher Myles Garrett. "Whoever's in front of me, I have a job to do," Ekwonu said.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Good & Bad From Panthers Rookies Through Two Preseason Games Analysis on Ikem Ekwonu, Tay Hayes, Brandon Smith, and Matt Corral.

AUGUST 25, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Ikem Ekwonu sees teaching points in Patriots game After some early miscues, the first-rounder hopes to build on his reps alongside Brady Christensen.

AUGUST 20, 2022 • PANTHERS.COM

Panthers to start Ikem Ekwonu at LT moving forward Panthers HC Matt Rhule has seemingly rewarded the starting LT job to 2022 first-round pick Ikem Ekwonu.

AUGUST 16, 2022 • USATODAY.COM

Notebook: Ikem Ekwonu likes "opportunity to learn" The rookie left tackle is trying to get caught up on the technical aspects of his job, as he pushes for a starting job.

AUGUST 13, 2022 • PANTHERS.COM

Rhule on Ikem Ekwonu: 'He's Got a Long Way to Go' The 2022 first round pick won’t be handed the starting left tackle job.

AUGUST 4, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Panthers' Matt Rhule making Baker Mayfield, Ikem Ekwonu earn starting jobs Panthers head coach Matt Rhule is making sure quarterback Baker Mayfield and rookie offensive lineman Ikem Ekwonu earn their starting spots.

AUGUST 3, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Rookie Diaries: Ikem Ekwonu working to "earn his spot" The rookie offensive lineman said physicality – one of his biggest strengths – will be on display when the Panthers put on pads Monday.

JULY 31, 2022 • PANTHERS.COM

Panthers training camp: Rookie Ikem Ekwonu 'a different animal' when pads come on Training camp rolls on for Carolina where the O-line is taking shape and the QB competition remains far from decided.

JULY 28, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM