Concussion fears for Panthers star Kuechly after exit

Carolina Panthers star linebacker Luke Kuechly is being treated in the NFL's concussion protocol after suffering a serious blow to the head in his team's win over the New Orleans Saints, coach Ron Rivera confirmed on Friday. Kuechly was carted from the field in tears towards the end of the Panthers' 23-20 victory over the Saints on Thursday, with fears he had suffered his second concussion in the past 14 months. The 25-year-old Pro-Bowler and former defensive player of the year needed prolonged