Panthers put Ikem Ekwonu on PUP list, optimistic he'll return this season
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Key Points:
- Panthers left tackle Ikem Ekwonu will start training camp on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list due to rehab from a torn patellar tendon suffered in January's playoff game.
- GM Dan Morgan expressed optimism about Ekwonu returning during the regular season but did not provide a specific timeline.
- Right tackle Taylor Moton was placed on the non-football injury (NFI) list with a lung blood clot and is expected to miss significant time into the regular season.
- Rasheed Walker and 2026 first-round pick Monroe Freeling are likely to be the team's primary options at tackle in Moton's absence.
- Defensive linemen Tershawn Wharton and Bobby Brown were also placed on PUP and NFI lists respectively due to injuries, while cornerback Jaylon Guilbeau was waived off the NFI list.
