Luke Kuechly stunned the NFL when he announced his retirement in January at the age of 28. And after some time to let the decision sink in, the former Panthers All-Pro linebacker appears to be at ...

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Carolina Panthers linebacker Luke Kuechly, fighting back tears in a video posted on social media, announced on Tuesday night his plans to retire from the NFL at age 28.

Luke Kuechly leaves Boston College as one of the most decorated linebackers in NCAA history, but how will his game translate to the NFL? Kuechly isn't a great athlete, nor is he a flashy personality.

Luke Kuechly was gasping for air ... each of whom suffered a series of injuries. MORE: 10 former NFL players charged by DOJ in alleged health care fraud scheme Less than five months ago ...

Luke Kuechly is walking away from the NFL at 28. In a stunning move Tuesday night, the Carolina Panthers linebacker and former NFL defensive player of the year announced he was retiring from football.

Luke Kuechly has become the poster child of the concussion problem in the NFL. The problem itself is not new; concussions in this sport have been an issue for decades. But there are more tentacles ...

He is also coaching young football players alongside Greg Olsen, cementing his post-NFL legacy. Luke Kuechly's decision to retire was influenced by his history of concussions and concerns over the ...

Although the combine isn't an accurate predictor of a player's future, several NFL greats have performed exceptionally well there over the years. Former Carolina Panthers linebacker Luke Kuechly ...

For all the attention offensive players receive, NFL football is still governed by ... prowess and playmaking ability between the hashes. Kuechly is a vicious hitter capable of stoning power ...

Kuechly, on the other hand, has accolades that include NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year, NFL Defensive Player of the Year, seven-time Pro Bowler, five-time First-Team All-Pro, two-time Second-team ...

However, above them all, stands Luke Kuechly. Kuechly is the greatest defensive player to ever wear Process Blue. His accolades speak for themselves. 2012 NFL Rookie of the Year. 2013 NFL ...

At one point DK shared a story about getting his welcome to the NFL, rookie moment from Carolina Panthers legend Luke Kuechly. Watch. Kuechly was a pretty impressve athlete himself for his ...