Panthers' signing of LT Rasheed Walker praised as top offseason move
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 8:00 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
The Carolina Panthers are receiving accolades for their signing of left tackle Rasheed Walker, highlighted by an AFC executive as one of the offseason's best moves. Walker's one-year deal is valued at $4 million, with the potential for an additional $6 million in incentives. The Panthers aimed to address their offensive line challenges, and Walker's signing comes as they navigate depth issues, particularly with starter Ikem Ekwonu recovering from an injury. Walker is expected to compete for the starting position with first-round pick Monroe Freeling.
- •Panthers sign LT Rasheed Walker to a one-year, $4 million contract.
- •AFC executive calls Walker's signing one of the best offseason moves.
- •Walker competes for starting left tackle role amid Ekwonu's injury recovery.
- •Walker’s deal allows for $6 million in additional incentives.
- •Walker signed after a strong push for offensive line improvement.
- 8:00 PMYahoo Sports — NFL exec names Panthers' under-the-radar signing among top offseason moves
"According to ESPN, an AFC executive tabbed the Panthers' signing of LT Rasheed Walker as one of the offseason's top moves.
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