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Panthers’ Luke Kuechly remains in concussion protocol, despite earlier reports

Luke Kuechly was hurt as he slammed into Brandon Brooks of the Eagles. (Bob Leverone / Associated Press)

Conflicting reports about the status of Carolina Panthers linebacker Luke Kuechly show just how difficult of a subject concussions remain in the NFL.

For Kuechly, the issue is especially important because of his history, so it was arresting when he reportedly was placed in the concussion protocol during the Panthers’ loss Thursday night against Philadelphia.