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Luke kuechly, linebacker
Carolina Panthers, 2013-2019
Luke Kuechly was a dominant force at linebacker for the Carolina Panthers, retiring at the peak of his career due to concerns about long-term health. A seven-time Pro Bowler and five-time All-Pro, Kuechly was known for his exceptional instincts, tackling ability, and leadership. He led the league in tackles in 2013 and 2014. He retired in January 2020, shocking the NFL world.
Signature moment: He was so good he even doubled up signature moments. In the Panthers’ run to Super Bowl 50 in the 2015 season,Kuechly returned interceptions for touchdowns in both the divisional round win over Seattle and the NFC Championship Game win over Arizona. — Legwold
Quotable: “There is only one way to play this game since I was a little kid,play fast,play physical and play strong.” — Kuechly, on his retirement
Adam Vinatieri, kicker
New England Patriots, 1996-2005; Indianapolis Colts, 2006-2019
Adam Vinatieri is widely regarded as the greatest kicker in NFL history. Over his 24-year career, he set numerous records, including all-time records in field goal attempts (715), made field goals (599), games played (365), and scoring (2,673 points). He also holds the record for consecutive field goals made at 44.
He delivered clutch performances throughout his career, making 29 game-winning field goals, including a record 10 in overtime. Vinatieri also dominated in the postseason, holding NFL records for most points (238), most field goal attempts (69), and most made field goals (56).
Vinatieri was named to the NFL’s 100th Anniversary Team and became the third pure place-kicker to be enshrined in the Hall of Fame, joining Jan Stenerud and Morten Andersen.