Panthers LT Ikem Ekwonu ruled out with knee injury
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The Carolina Panthers are facing a critical injury challenge in their offensive line during their wild card game against the Los Angeles Rams. Left tackle Ikem Ekwonu has been ruled out with a knee injury. The injury occurred during Carolina’s second drive when Ekwonu was sacked. He walked off the field with assistance and was taken to the locker room for evaluation. Ekwonu, who started 15 games for the Panthers this season, was replaced by Yosh Nijman at left tackle.
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