The Carolina Panthers wanted to find an anchor for their offensive line in 2022, which they did. With the sixth choice in total in the NFL draft, they added Ikem Ekwonu from the North Carolina State. Now entering its fourth season of the League, Ekwonu is about to become a coherent blind protector.
He regularly improved each season he has been in the league. He is also eligible for a contract extension, which he would like to do. Ekwonu, who was born in Charlotte, says he grew up in a fan of the panthers and has no intention of carrying a different uniform.
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“Well, I’m not going to talk about the chronology, of course,” He replied via Anthony Rizzuti of Panthers Wire. “I let my agent manage this one, and just like that. But I always said that I wanted to be here. People always say that it is at home for me. It’s literally my house. Born and raised here, grew up with a fan of Panther. So, I really want to wear this blue process as long as I can. So I hope, we can certainly do something.”
In addition to obtaining a long-term contract for itself, Ekwonu wants to see the whole line stay together. He said it was rare that the teams keep their starters as Carolina did, which gives them a lot of continuity.
Ekwonu thinks that the more the unit works together, the better they will happen.
2025 is a great season for Carolina. The pressure is on after showing progress to close the last campaign, and Ekwonu will be one of those who will help decide their fate this year.
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