Monroe Freeling prepared to play multiple positions for Panthers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 6:15 PM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
Carolina Panthers rookie Monroe Freeling, drafted as a left tackle, expresses readiness to play any position on the offensive line. He has been practicing both left and right tackle at organized team activities. With Taylor Moton projected as the starter at right tackle and Ickey Ekwonu recovering from injury, Freeling is poised to vie for a spot. Freeling states that he is willing to do whatever the team needs, showing versatility as a critical asset for the Panthers.
- •Monroe Freeling drafted as Panthers' first-round pick.
- •Practicing at both left and right tackle during OTAs.
- •Taylor Moton expected to start at right tackle.
- •Ickey Ekwonu recovering from injury, opening competition.
- •Freeling emphasizes versatility and team-first approach.
- 6:15 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers' top pick says he'll be ready to play multiple positions
"Although he was drafted as a left tackle, rookie Monroe Freeling says he'll be ready to play from any spot the Panthers need him at.
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