Panthers’ Luke Kuechly cleared by neurologist, set to return to practice after Week 1 concussion

As the undefeated Panthers prepare to face the Seahawks for the fifth time in the four seasons, the team will get a boost from the return of All-Pro linebacker Luke Kuechly.

Multiple reports Tuesday morning say Kuechly is out of concussion protocol after being cleared by an independent neurologist on Monday afternoon. He is expected to return to practice Tuesday afternoon.

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Kuechly suffered his concussion late in the first half of Carolina’s season opener, against Jacksonville. He has spent the last month as an observer, and his activity has been restricted to light non-contact drills. The Charlotte Observer reported that due to concerns over Kuechly’s conditioning level, it is not expected that he will play 100 percent of the snaps this week.

The Panthers and Seahawks met twice last season, including in the Divisional round of the playoffs, and also met in the 2012 and 2013 regular seasons. Seattle has won the last five meetings between the two teams.

Carolina is one of six teams still undefeated heading into Week 6, while the Seahawks have stumbled out of the gate and are 2-3 after their overtime loss to the Bengals on Sunday.