Ekwonu, who met with the Jaguars on Tuesday in Indianapolis, played guard and tackle in his three seasons. His video highlights are filled with defenders he's blocked shown sprawled on the ground.

Ikem Ekwonu was one of 12 offensive linemen to run the 40-yard dash in less than five seconds at this year’s draft scouting combine. Ekwonu clocked in at 4.93 seconds. Chris Seward/Associated Press ...

Watch highlights from N.C. State offensive tackle Ikem Ekwonu's 2022 NFL Scouting Combine workout.

The Wolfpack has had another highlight-reel player stealing the show in 6-foot-4, 325-pound tackle Ikem Ekwonu, who has made the pancake block one of the most exciting parts of the Pack’s offense.

That’s who Ekwonu is. The above play proves it. He’s explosive, in control and powerful from start to finish. This next play highlights Ekwonu’s intelligence and patience as a run blocker.

One person not all that worried about the question, though, is Panthers first-round pick Ikem Ekwonu, who will be tasked with defending the blind side of whomever winds up under center.

For his efforts, Ekwonu earned a career-best 71.7 overall grade from Pro Football Focus. He also earned an accolade from Bleacher Report as being the team's most underpaid player.

Ikem “Ickey” Ekwonu is a 6-foot-4, 320-pound beast of an offensive lineman who grew up in Charlotte, played in high school at Providence Day and starred at N.C. State.

According to Pro Football Focus, Ekwonu gave up 39 pressures, five hits and seven sacks last year. They gave him a 66.2 pass blocking grade for the season, which ranked just 65th at his position.

That’s who Ekwonu is. The above play proves it. He’s explosive, in control and powerful from start to finish. This next play highlights Ekwonu’s intelligence and patience as a run blocker.