What happened: Luke Kuechly credited his Carolina linebacker teammates with establishing the standard he followed early in his career. He joins the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2026.
Why it matters: The honor comes in Kuechly's second year of eligibility. He was the 2013 AP Defensive Player of the Year and made seven Pro Bowls.
By the numbers: Kuechly exceeded 100 tackles in all eight seasons, led the NFL in tackles twice and finished with nearly 1,100 tackles and 18 interceptions.
What to watch: The enshrinement ceremony begins at noon ET Saturday on ESPN and NFL Network.