Carolina Panthers linebacker Luke Kuechly was eligible for the Pro Football Hall of Fame for the first time this year, but he was unable to secure enough votes for a first-ballot selection.

Luke Kuechly will have to wait for a gold jacket. Although he's disappointed not to be inducted, he's honored to "be in that conversation." ...

Willie Anderson starred on the Bengals' offensive line for 12 seasons. He's been a Pro Football Hall of Fame finalist each of the past four years.