American football linebacker Luke August Kuechly played for the Carolina Panthers from 2012 to 2019. He was a first-round pick (9th overall) in the 2012 NFL Draft. Kuechly had a breakout rookie year as he led the league with 164 combined tackles in the 2012 season. He was presented with the NFL Rookie of the Year for his performance. In his 16 games the following year, Kuechly combined for 156 total and 93 solo tackles in 2013. He was named the NFL Defensive Player of the Year for the season. Kuechly has started all 118 games he’s appeared in the NFL. In his eight years with the Carolina Panthers, he combined for 1,092 tackles and 690 solo tackles. He led the league for tackles for two seasons (2012, 2014). Kuechly is also a seven-time Pro Bowl and five-time first-team All-Pro.
Growing up in Cincinnati, he attended St. Xaviers High School. He led his team for tackles both as a junior (147) and senior (130) as well. He was also presented with the Ohio News Network All-Ohio second-team honours as a senior. Kuechly committed to Boston College in 2009. In his college career, he made 38 appearances totalling for 532 tackles over three years. He is a three-time Butkus Award winner, Jack Lambert Trophy and Lott Trophy during his college reign.
Luke Kuechly Parents
Thomas Kuechly and Eileen Kuechly are Luke Kuechly’s parents. Thomas and Eileen raised their family in Evendale.
Who is Luke Kuechly's father?
Thomas Kuechly is Luke Kuechley’s fathers. Thomas played soccer for Xavier University in college and played as a goalkeeper for the team. As of 2024, Thomas is the chairman of an automotive company which was founded by his father. He has been handling the company since 1983 according to his LinkedIn.
Who is Luke Kuechly's mother?
Eileen Kuechly is Luke Kuechly’s mother. She was also an athlete as she played basketball in high school before going to attend the University of Cincinnati, as per Heavy.
Luke Kuechly Siblings
Luke Kuechly has two brothers, John & Henry. John Kuechly was in the U.S. Army before joining his family business. His younger brother Henry played basketball for Xaviers before going on to study at the University of Daytona according to his Facebook.
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FAQs on Luke Kuechly's Parents
A. Luke Kuechly is from Cincinnati, Ohio and was born on April 20, 1991.
A. Luke Kuechly played for eight seasons in the NFL making 118 appearances for the Carolina Panthers.
A. Luke Kuechly attended Boston College playing for the Eagles from 2009 to 2011.
A. Luke Kuechly was drafted by the Carolina Panthers as a first-round pick in the 2012 NFL Draft.
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