DECEMBER 7, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.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.
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
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
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
For Ikem Ekwonu, the real work is about to begin The first-round pick has absorbed the lessons of his elders, as he prepares to enter his first NFL training camp.
JULY 18, 2022 • PANTHERS.COM
Panthers OT Ikem Ekwonu: Ready to block for whoever coaches put out there Whether it’s Baker Mayfield, Sam Darnold or Matt Corral under center, Panthers first-round pick Ikem Ekwonu is ready to block for them all.
JULY 15, 2022 • USATODAY.COM
All 53: LT Ikem Ekwonu Profile, Stat Projections + Expected Role A closer look at Carolina Panthers offensive tackle Ikem Ekwonu.
JUNE 23, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
WATCH: Ikem Ekwonu Rookie Minicamp Press Conference Carolina Panthers offensive tackle Ikem Ekwonu met with the media after Friday’s practice of rookie minicamp.
MAY 13, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
2022 NFL Draft Grades: Falcons earn top NFC South mark
The Falcons' draft class continues their rebuild moving in the right direction in an evolving NFC South, Rob Rang writes.MAY 6, 2022
WATCH: Ikem Ekwonu Introductory Press Conference Carolina Panthers offensive tackle Ikem Ekwonu discusses what it’s like to officially be a member of the organization.
APRIL 29, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Scott Fitterer shares process of drafting Ikem Ekwonu Carolina Panthers general manager Scott Fitterer shares process of drafting offensive tackle Ikem Ekwonu.
APRIL 29, 2022 • NFL.COM
2022 NFL Draft: Why this QB class failed to impress teams
Day 1 showed that receivers are now marquee players, the 2022 QB prospects are not, and pass protection matters, writes Bucky Brooks.APRIL 29, 2022
Selected sixth overall by Carolina The Panthers selected Ekwonu in the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft, sixth overall.
Impact Ekwonu is the first tackle off the board and provides the Panthers with a desperately needed talent boost on an offensive line that probably still needs more help yet. The Panthers keep Ekwonu in state following a distinguished career at North Carolina State, and the expectation is he'll soon take over as Carolina's starting left tackle. Ekwonu has below average reach for a left tackle at 6-foot-4 with 34-inch arms, but he offsets any reach limitations with exceptional range (4.93-second 40) and otherwise has excellent anchor ability to move defenders.
APRIL 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
