Overview
- Ekwonu went down on Carolina's second offensive series when his knee appeared to buckle during a pass-protection snap.
- He was carted to the locker room and was ruled out in the second quarter, with Yosh Nijman taking over at left tackle.
- Postgame, Canales labeled the injury "significant" and said MRIs and further evaluation will determine the diagnosis and recovery outlook.
- Team reporting noted Ekwonu left the locker room on crutches with a knee brace, underscoring the immediate concern despite no formal timetable.
- The setback follows a December knee issue that cost him one game and now factors into roster planning, with his fifth-year option already picked up and 2026 the final year of his rookie deal.