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Apr 27, 2012; Charlotte, NC, USA Carolina Panthers first round draft pick Luke Kuechly talks with the media during a press conference at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
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Jul 29, 2012; Spartanburg, SC USA. Carolina Panthers linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) talks with teammates during the training camp held at Wofford College. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
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Aug 17, 2012; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) runs out of the tunnel before the start of the game against the Miami Dolphins at Bank of America Stadium. The Panthers defeated the Dolphins 23-17. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
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September 9, 2012; Tampa, FL, USA; Carolina Panthers linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) rushes against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the second half at Raymond James Stadium. Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated the Carolina Panthers 16-10. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
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Sep 16, 2012; Charlotte, NC, USA Carolina Panthers outside linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) lines up against the New Orleans Saints during the second quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
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Oct 7, 2012; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers outside linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) reacts after recovering a fumble in the third quarter. The Seahawks defeated the Panthers 16-12 at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 22, 2012; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers players including linebackers Luke Kuechly (59) and Thomas Davis (58) and defensive back James Dockery (31) and head coach Ron Rivera and tight end Richie Brockel (47) react late in the game. The Panthers defeated the Raiders 17-6 at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
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Nov 3, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) on the field before the game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
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November 10, 2013; San Francisco, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) celebrates with his teammates after an interception by cornerback Drayton Florence (29, not pictured) during the fourth quarter against the San Francisco 49ers at Candlestick Park. The Panthers defeated the 49ers 10-9. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
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Nov 18, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) is introduced before the game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 15, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) is introduced before the game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 15, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) lines up during the second quarter against the New York Jets at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 22, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; New Orleans Saints wide receiver Marques Colston (12) is tackled by Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) after catching a pass during the second quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 22, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) reacts in the fourth quarter. The Panthers defeated the Saint 17-13 at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
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January 22, 2014; Ko’Olina, HI, USA; Team Sanders middle linebacker Luke Kuechly from Carolina Panthers (right) signs an autograph during the Pro Bowl draft at J.W. Marriott Ihilani Resort & Spa. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
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NEW YORK, NY – FEBRUARY 01: Carolina Panthers linebacker Luke Kuechly wins Defensive Player of the Year at the 3rd Annual NFL Honors at Radio City Music Hall on February 1, 2014 in New York City. (Photo by Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images)
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Jul 25, 2014; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) throws a football on the sidelines during training camp at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
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Oct 5, 2014; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers defensive tackle Kawann Short (99) and middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) and free safety Charles Godfrey (30) react as the Chicago Bears turn the ball over on downs late in the 4th quarter. The Panthers defeated the Bears 31-24 at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
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Oct 30, 2014; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) is introduced before the game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
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Nov 30, 2014; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Carolina Panthers linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) pressures Minnesota Vikings quarterback Teddy Bridgewater (5) in the third quarter at TCF Bank Stadium. The Vikings win 31-13. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 3, 2015; Charlotte, NC, USA; Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald (11) catches a pass over Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) during the fourth quarter in the 2014 NFC Wild Card playoff football game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports
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January 23, 2015; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Carolina Panthers players Team Irvin linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) and Team Carter tight end Greg Olsen (88) during photo day at The Arizona Biltmore. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 25, 2015; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Team Irvin linebacker Luke Kuechly of the Carolina Panthers (59) shakes hands with Panthers mascot Sir Purr in the 2015 Pro Bowl against Team Carter at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
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Oct 18, 2015; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) is tackled by Carolina Panthers linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) during the first half at CenturyLink Field. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-USA TODAY Sports
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Nov 2, 2015; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) makes an interception in overtime during the second half of the game against the Indianapolis Colts at Bank of America Stadium. Carolina wins in overtime 29-26. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports
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Nov 2, 2015; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) calls out to his defense during the second half of the game against the Indianapolis Colts at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports
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Nov 26, 2015; Arlington, TX, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) stares down Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo (9) during the game on Thanksgiving at AT&T Stadium. The Panthers defeat the Cowboys 33-14. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
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Nov 26, 2015; Arlington, TX, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) intercepts a pass thrown by Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo (not pictured) and scores a touchdown during the second quarter of an NFL game on Thanksgiving at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
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Nov 26, 2015; Arlington, TX, USA; Carolina Panthers free safety Kurt Coleman (20) and middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) and quarterback Cam Newton (1) and wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery (82) accept the Phil Simms All Iron award after the game against the Dallas Cowboys on Thanksgiving at AT&T Stadium. Carolina won 33-14. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 13, 2015; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) runs onto the field prior to the game against the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium. Panthers defeated the Falcons 38-0. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 17, 2016; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) scores a touchdown on an interception while guarded by Seattle Seahawks offensive guard Justin Britt (68) during the first quarter in a NFC Divisional round playoff game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 24, 2016; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) returns an interception for touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Arizona Cardinals in the NFC Championship football game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 24, 2016; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) celebrates after beating the Arizona Cardinals in the NFC Championship football game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 24, 2016; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers tight end Greg Olsen (88) celebrates with outside linebacker Thomas Davis (58) and middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) during the trophy presentation after defeating the Arizona Cardinals during the NFC Championship football game held at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 1, 2016; San Jose, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) during Super Bowl 50 Opening Night media day at SAP Center. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-USA TODAY Sports
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February 4, 2016; San Jose, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) addresses the media in a press conference prior to Super Bowl 50 at San Jose Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) and quarterback Cam Newton (1) against the Denver Broncos during Super Bowl 50 at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 7, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) celebrates a sack on Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) during the second quarter in Super Bowl 50 at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
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Jun 15, 2016; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers Luke Kuechly (right) stretches with twelve year old Trey Rice from the Make A Wish program at the practice field at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
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Sep 8, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Carolina Panthers linebacker Luke Kuechly warms up prior to the game against the Denver Broncos at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. The Broncos defeated the Panthers 21-20. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Nov 6, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) breaks up a pass intended for Los Angeles Rams running back Benny Cunningham (23) in the second half of the game at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports
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Jul 26, 2017; Spartanburg, SC, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) signs autographs during training camp held at Wofford College. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
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Sep 17, 2017; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) calls out coverage in the second quarter against the Buffalo Bills at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
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Sep 24, 2017; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) watches a replay during the game against the New Orleans Saints at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
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Oct 12, 2017; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) is introduced before the game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
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Oct 12, 2017; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) celebrates a tackle in the second quarter against the Philadelphia Eagles at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
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Oct 29, 2017; Tampa, FL, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) is congratulated as he intercepted the ball from Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Cameron Brate (84) (not pictured) during the second half at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
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Nov 5, 2017; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) reacts after a stop in the second quarter against the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
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Nov 26, 2017; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) runs for a touchdown after recovering a fumble during the second half of their game against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ed Mulholland-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 10, 2017; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) warms up prior to the game against the Minnesota Vikings at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 24, 2017; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) reacts in the second quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
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Aug 30, 2018; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Carolina Panthers linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) and teammates run from the tunnel to play the Pittsburgh Steelers during the first quarter at Heinz Field. Pittsburgh won 39-24. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
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Sep 23, 2018; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) on the field in the fourth quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
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Oct 21, 2018; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Carolina Panthers linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) reacts after breaking up a pass play against the Philadelphia Eagles during the fourth quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports
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Oct 28, 2018; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) in the fourth quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
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Dec 17, 2018; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) reacts in the fourth quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
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Sep 12, 2019; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) on the field In the third quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
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Sep 22, 2019; Glendale, AZ, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) warms up prior to the game against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
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Nov 17, 2019; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly (59) before the game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
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