Devin Lloyd aims to emulate Luke Kuechly with Panthers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 11:10 AM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Devin Lloyd, the Carolina Panthers' new inside linebacker, aspires to establish a strong lineage of linebacker play within the team. He joined the Panthers with a three-year, $45 million contract after his first Pro Bowl appearance. Lloyd aims to achieve Hall of Fame status like Luke Kuechly, who is being inducted into the Hall of Fame this weekend. During training camp, he emphasized work ethic and respect for the game as keys to building his career. Lloyd had an impressive season last year, showcasing his talents with significant tackles and interceptions.
- •Lloyd signed a three-year, $45 million deal with Carolina Panthers.
- •Kuechly's Hall of Fame induction takes place this weekend.
- •Lloyd collected 81 tackles and five interceptions last season.
- •He aims to restore the Panthers' legacy of great linebackers.
- •Panthers' recent struggles at linebacker make Lloyd's role crucial.
- 11:10 AMYahoo Sports — Panthers' Devin Lloyd wants to be NFL Hall of Famer, next Luke Kuechly
"Carolina's new inside linebacker will be out to start a new positional tradition in 2026.
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