Social media reactions to Panthers poaching Saints center Luke Fortner

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The New Orleans Saints have had a couple of interactions with rivals in free agency, starting with bringing back linebacker Kaden Elliss from the Atlanta Falcons. But, New Orleans got poached too, by a different division rival. In short, the Saints have an issue to fix within the offensive line after the Carolina Panthers stole away backup center Luke Fortner. Now, Fortner may not be in the starting lineup, but New Orleans needs someone it knows it can rely upon if the event Erik McCoy goes down.

On the other side of things, Fortner will have a chance to capitalize on a new opportunity in Carolina on a one-year contract worth $4.75 million.

Here's a look at what social media had to say about the whole situation:

I wish I could hear what Derrick Brown thinks of him lol

— Nillie Welson (@_nilliewelson) March 10, 2026

great signing!

— Harley (@Harleyishim) March 10, 2026

He’s a big body

— Snacks (@SnackinAintDead) March 11, 2026

Still wouldn’t rule out the #Panthers using a draft pick on a center but this is a very solid pickup.

Fortner’s pass block grade of 72.5 in 2025 ranked 7th of all qualifying centers in the league.@CSLonQCNhttps://t.co/31eM1Mx4tj

— Gabe McDonald (@GabeMcDonald_) March 10, 2026

The #Panthers have added Luke Fortner to their free-agent haul.

So, let's chat about it a bit.

Read more about Fortner: https://t.co/8fGi8mV0Y6pic.twitter.com/SPODFIHVeE

— Mike Kaye (@mike_e_kaye) March 10, 2026

HABEMUS CENTER.

Vide a ida de Cade Mays para Detroit, o Panthers age e contrata Luke Fortner, C que jogou em New Orleans ano passado.

Admito não conhecer o jogador mas encorpa uma OL que precisa de ajuda. https://t.co/q1vtNGAQ6U

— Carolinismo (@CarolinismoNFL) March 10, 2026

Luke Fortner isn’t flashy, but he’s experienced. 50+ career games and solid pass protection last season. Low-risk move to patch the center spot. https://t.co/zTj0vIGowB

— Roppstar92_ (@Roppstar92) March 10, 2026

This article originally appeared on Saints Wire: NFL free agency: Fans react as Panthers get Saints center Luke Fortner

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