Walker’s Big Test at Left Tackle | Carolina Panthers News

Carolina Panthers News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 22, 2026 · 1m

The Panthers’ offensive line is in chaos: left tackle Ikem Ekwonu’s season-ending injury and right tackle Taylor Moton’s blood clot absence leave Rasheed Walker, a pricey one-year gamble, as the team’s only viable option at left tackle. Walker’s pass blocking was elite last year, but his run game needs work—his performance could determine whether the Panthers’ offense survives or sputters. With rookie Monroe Freeling stepping in at right tackle and little depth behind Walker, the pressure is on him to stay healthy and elevate his game—or risk another disappointing season for Carolina. Listen…