Panthers "feel good" about first-round pick Monroe Freeling at right tackle
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Key Points:
- The Carolina Panthers will start the 2025 season without their two starting offensive tackles, Ikem Ekwonu and Taylor Moton, due to injuries and health issues.
- Ekwonu is recovering from a torn patellar tendon, while Moton is sidelined with a blood clot in his lung, expected to miss into the regular season.
- First-round pick Monroe Freeling, who played left tackle in college, is set to start at right tackle, with veteran Moton expected to mentor him once he returns.
- General Manager Dan Morgan expressed confidence in the team's depth and in Freeling's ability to compete and contribute immediately.
- The Panthers also have a new center, Luke Fortner, and the offensive line will need time to develop cohesion before the season begins.
