Leads team in tackles

Kuechly finished the 2018 regular season with 130 tackles (93 solo), two sacks, two forced fumbles, one fumble recovery and one interception in 16 games played.

Analysis: Kuechly played his first full season since the 2014 campaign, easing recent concerns over his health. In suiting up for all 16 contests, Kuechly comfortably led the Panthers in tackles and ranked eighth league-wide in the category. While his per-game tackling average was slightly below his career mark, Kuechly still hit double figures on seven occasions. With a hand in forcing a few turnovers as well, Kuechly maintained his status as an elite IDP option. Although he'll miss long-time running…read more

Leads Panthers in stops

Kuechly finished with 13 tackles (11 solo) and batted a pass in Monday night's 12-9 loss to the Saints.

Analysis: Kuechly paced the Panthers in tackles, with his total including two stops for loss. The All-Pro linebacker has now posted double-digit tackles in four of his last five games, bringing his season tally to 124 with two contests remaining.

Hits double figures

Kuechly finished with 11 tackles (six solo) in Sunday's 26-20 loss to the Browns.

Analysis: Kuechly's total included 2.5 stops for loss. Although the Panthers have experienced quite the slump lately, Kuechly has posted double-digit tackles three times over their current five-game losing streak. Overall, that production has brought his total to 111 stops with three games left in the regular season.

Recovers fumble against Bucs

Kuechly posted five tackles (three solo) and recovered a fumble in Sunday's 24-17 loss to the Buccaneers.

Analysis: Kuechly's total included 2.5 tackles for loss and he also was credited with two passes defended. Surprisingly, Kuechly finished fourth on the Panthers in stops, with running mate Thomas Davis leading the team with eight.

Hits double figures again

Kuechly made 12 tackles (four solo) in Sunday's 30-27 loss to the Seahawks.

Analysis: Kuechly's team-leading total included 2.5 stops for loss. It marked his fifth double-digit tackling performance of the season and his second in as many weeks, bringing his total to 95 on the year.

Posts 11 tackles in loss

Kuechly recorded 11 tackles (seven solo) in Sunday's loss to Detroit.

Analysis: Kuechly has reliably tallied tackles this season, averaging over eight per game, but he's done little else to bolster his IDP stats. Looking ahead, Kuechly and the Panthers host the Seahawks in Week 12.

Tallies eight tackles

Kuechly had eight tackles (five solo) in Thursday's 52-21 loss to the Steelers.

Analysis: Kuechly has three double-digit tackle performances this season but has been an inconsistent IDP option for the most part. The 27-year-old still leads the Panthers with 72 tackles (57 solo), while adding two sacks and an interception through nine games.

Season-high 14 tackles Sunday

Kuechly recorded 14 tackles (12 solo), including a sack, in Sunday's win over Philadelphia.

Analysis: Kuechly has been up and down as an IDP option this season. He's averaging 12 tackles a game the past two weeks, and he'll be a solid fantasy option if he remains on that pace. His sack Sunday gives him two on the year, one short of his career high. Looking ahead, he and the Panthers take on the Ravens in Week 8.

Posts nine tackles

Kuechly finished with nine tackles (eight solo) in Sunday's 23-17 loss to the Redskins.

Analysis: Kuechly's team-leading total included two tackles for loss, and it came while he welcomed partner-in-crime Thomas Davis back from suspension. Through five games, the ever-productive Kuechly has amassed 38 stops, one sack and an interception.

Records first sack of season

Kuechly posted three tackles (two solo), including a sack, in Sunday's win over the Giants.

Analysis: Kuechly's three tackles represented his lowest output in any game over the past two seasons. He made up for the lackluster performance with his first sack of the year. He'll look to bounce back against the Redskins in Week 6.

Snags interception Sunday

Kuechly posted five tackles (three solo) and an interception in Sunday's win over Cincinnati.

Analysis: Kuechly's five tackles were his fewest of the season, but his interception was his first of the year. He and the Panthers have a bye week upcoming and will next see the field in Week 5 against the Giants.

Records eight tackles in losing effort

Kuechly registered eight tackles during Sunday's 31-24 loss to Atlanta.

Analysis: Kuechly's high-level performance puts to rest any concerns regarding the knee injury he was dealing with heading into the Week 2 divisional contest. A healthy Kuechly should bode well for Carolina moving forward.

Participates in practice Wednesday

Kuechly (knee) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, Bryan Strickland of the Panthers' official site reports.

Analysis: Kuechly played through a hyperextended knee during the Panther's season-opening victory over the Cowboys, logging 13 combined tackles. Carolina's star linebacker appears to have recovered from the minor knee issue and should be expected to suit up against the Falcons on Sunday.

Plays through minor knee injury

Kuechly hyperextended his knee during Sunday's 16-8 win over the Cowboys, Albert Breer of TheMMQB.com reports.

Analysis: Kuechly suffered the injury late in the fourth quarter but still managed to finish out the contest. He'll probably show up on the injury report ahead of a Week 2 game against the Falcons.

Part of contract turned into signing bonus

The Panthers and Kuechly agreed to convert $6.8 million of his contract into a signing bonus Saturday, Field Yates of ESPN reports.

Analysis: The development opens up $5.1 million in cap space for the 2018 season. After spending much of the offseason recovering from surgery to repair a torn labrum in his right shoulder, Kuechly is poised to uphold his standard as one of the top IDPs, with 100-plus tackles guaranteed as long as he avoids a long-term injury.

Cleared for camp

Kuechly (shoulder) passed a physical and has been cleared for the start of training camp, Max Henson of the Panthers' official site reports.

Analysis: Kuechly was held out of the offseason program while recovering from January shoulder surgery, but his Week 1 availability hasn't ever seemed to be in doubt. He does have a worrisome medical record, however, and has missed 10 games over the past three seasons. The multiple setbacks on the health front haven't derailed Kuechly's standing as an elite IDP when he's able to take the field, however, as he's averaged 9.1 tackles per contest over that three-year stretch and has chipped in eight…read more

Kuechly (shoulder) said his rehab is on schedule and he still hopes to be ready for training camp, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Analysis: Kuechly missed the entire offseason program after having surgery on a torn labrum in his right shoulder. The Panthers likely will encourage a cautious timeline for him returning to practice, as the seventh-year pro has nothing to prove besides his health. Kuechly is elite in both real-life and IDP terms, but he hasn't played a 16-game season since 2014.

Kuechly (shoulder) is expected to return to practice in time for training camp, David Newton of ESPN reports.

Analysis: Kuechly has been recovering from shoulder surgery the past few months and will be missing all of Carolina's offseason program. However, he isn't expected to miss a beat once training camp begins, and barring setback he should be a full go in the 2018 regular season.

Kuechly (shoulder) will continue rehab through OTAs and possibly minicamp, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Analysis: Kuechly is working alongside the Panthers' training staff and Julius Peppers, who is also nursing a torn labrum on his right shoulder. Although he may not participate in offseason programs, it is still the expectation that the linebacker will be ready for the beginning of the regular season.

Kuechly, who missed the 2018 Pro Bowl due to an undisclosed injury, is recovering from right shoulder surgery, Joseph Person of the Charlotte Observer reports.

Analysis: Kuechly only missed one game in 2017 due to a concussion but popped up on the injury report ahead of the Panthers' Week 15 contest against the Packers with an undisclosed shoulder injury. However, it isn't clear if that issue is related to this recent procedure, especially since Kuechly didn't miss a single snap in any game thereafter. It isn't certain if the five-time All-Pro will be ready for offseason workouts in May.

Kuechly will miss the 2018 Pro Bowl due to a minor unspecified injury, Joseph Person of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Analysis: Kuechly's injury is not deemed to be serious. The star linebacker will therefore miss his first Pro Bowl since his sophomore season after recording 125 tackles in 2017. Given that training camp is many months away, Kuechly's injury should not affect his availability for the 2018 season.

Kuechly finished with 125 tackles (74 solo), three interceptions, 1.5 sacks, two fumble recoveries and one forced fumble in 15 games this season.

Analysis: Kuechly missed nine games over the previous two seasons due to concussions, and although his lone absence this term was for the same reason, his relatively improved health saw him total at least 40 more tackles than any of his teammates. While this season marked the first time Kuechly averaged fewer than nine tackles per game, his 125 stops still ranked 10th league-wide. Additionally, he played a hand in forcing six turnovers, tying his high mark for a campaign. Thanks to such production, the…read more

Kuechly finished with eight tackles (three solo) in Sunday's 22-19 win over the Buccaneers.

Analysis: Kuechly's total included one tackle for loss and trailed only Kurt Coleman for Carolina's team lead. With just next Sunday's trip to Atlanta remaining, Kuechly sports 115 tackles this regular season.

Kuechly posted a season-high 14 tackles (eight solo) and one sack Sunday against the the Vikings.

Analysis: Kuechly played all 74 defensive snaps Sunday, and he now has eight or more sacks in five of his last six outings. The star linebacker is averaging 8.6 tackles per game this season, and he continues to be a top IDP option especially against the Packers in Week 15, as Green Bay has recently found a consistent run game.

Kuechly finished with nine tackles (eight solo) and recovered a fumble in Sunday's 31-21 loss to the Saints.

Analysis: Kuechly led the Panthers in stops once again, bringing his tally to 89 this season. With a fumble recovery during the second quarter, the linebacker now sports three interceptions and a pair of fumble recoveries.

Kuechly registered nine tackles (four solo) and returned a fumble 34 yards for a touchdown in Sunday's 35-27 win over the Jets.

Analysis: Kuechly tied partner Thomas Davis for Carolina's team lead in stops, but his fourth-quarter fumble return allowed him to steal the show. Following that performance, Kuechly now boasts 80 tackles, three interceptions, one forced fumble and one touchdown on the campaign.

Kuechly registered six tackles (three solo) and intercepted a pass in Monday night's 45-21 win over the Dolphins.

Analysis: Kuechly's pick was a turning point in Monday's tilt, as it set up Carolina deep in enemy territory before the Panthers reeled off 21 unanswered points. Although Kuechly is yet to get a sack this season, he still sports an impressive 71 tackles and three interceptions through nine outings.