Taylor Moton contract projection: The Panthers lineman has another contract in him

The Carolina Panthers have looked to revamp their offensive line under head coach Dave Canales, adding guard Robert Hunt and Damien Lewis in free agency last offseason to protect quarterback Bryce Young.

Now, they are expected to go into the 2025 season with the same offensive line as they had in 2024: Ikem Ekwonu, Lewis, Austin Corbett, Hunt, and Taylor Moton.

However, that group will have a key free agent in 2025, as Moton is entering the final year of a four-year, $71.4 million extension he signed in 2021. Moton has been an eight-year starter at tackle for the Panthers, being a reliable player and one of Carolina’s best in recent seasons.

Speaking to reporters ahead of the season, Moton…