Panthers' 2015 linebackers recognized as best ever by Pro Football Focus
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 3:37 AM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Pro Football Focus named the Carolina Panthers' 2015 linebacking group the best in NFL history. Luke Kuechly and Thomas Davis Sr. highlighted the group, with Kuechly earning a record high PFF grade. Panthers linebacker Devin Lloyd and his teammates are encouraged to strive for similar excellence. The recognition emphasizes the legacy of the 2015 defense amid broader discussions about Panthers’ historical achievements.
- •Pro Football Focus rates Panthers' 2015 linebackers as the best ever.
- •Luke Kuechly achieved a notable 93.6 overall PFF grade.
- •Thomas Davis Sr. recorded an 80.0 PFF grade during that season.
- •Devin Lloyd and current linebackers urged to aim for those benchmarks.
- •Recognition highlights Panthers' historical defense despite the team's small market status.
- 3:37 AMYahoo Sports — Panthers greats given top nod by national outlet that they clearly deserve, and it's something Devin Lloyd and company can shoot for
"The 2015 Panthers got major props from out notable outlet, and it should serve as the standard for the newest Carolina linebacker and his positional mates to strive for.
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