Panthers Sign Walker for Offensive Line Boost

0:00On March 27, the Carolina Panthers have signed offensive tackle Rashid Walker from the Green Bay Packers to a one-year deal worth $4 million. Dollars, with incentives that could push it to $10 million, the 26-year-old standout brings proven skills after starting 17 of 18 games last season, including their playoff match-up. Earlier this month, the Panthers needed depth on the line after Icom equinews Pateler tendon injury and swing tackle, Yosh Nijman's sudden retirement. Walker's strong past protection, ranking 11th among tackles, makes him ideal insurance and a likely starter next year. Walker got warm welcomes right away, with texts from quarterback Bryce Young and fellow mime and equinew, plus excitement from Panthers fans online. He called it a home-like feel, and said he's thrilled to join a team-building momentum. Some reports suggest medical history from college and a recent airport incident involved involving a firearm might have cooled his free-agency market, though. He's in a pre-trial program to clear it.

1:02Walker brushed it off, focusing on his reliability after playing nearly every game over three straight years. With playoff experience from three Packers, Postseason runs, Walker is set to protect Young and help push Carolina over the top as they defend there. Division Title