Since Luke Kuechly's concussion against the Saints, everything Rivera has said since indicated Luke would play as soon as he was cleared.

Luke has been cleared for Monday nights match up against the Redskins, but Rivera's recent thought on Kuechly playing may have changed.

Bill Voth of Black & Blue Review says with everything he's hearing, the Panthers have changed course on playing Luke and they may likely sit him the rest of the way. 

Luke started back practicing last week and was a full participant at practice this week.  With the Panthers playoff hopes all but over, this is likely the right call for Kuechly's health and future overall long term. 

Written By Tripp Morgan- Follow Him On Twitter @TrippMorgan6

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