St. Xavier alum and Carolina Panthers legend Luke Kuechly is a finalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2025.

Panthers legends Steve Smith Sr. and Luke Kuechly have been named finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s 2025 class.

The Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday announced the names of the 15 modern-era finalists who advanced from a group of 25 to the final stage of voting.

The two-time Super Bowl champion and MVP is probably the most controversial pick among the finalists, with his fair share of supporters and detractors.

Overall, the Hall will induct between four and eight candidates in 2025, with as many as three coming from seniors category. The five finalists in the seniors category are Maxie Baughan, Sterling Sharpe and Jim Tyrer, coach Mike Holmgren and contributor Ralph Hay.

The 15 finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame have been announced. This list will be reduced to five or fewer during Super Bowl week, with the final inductees to be honored next August. Eric Allen: Philadelphia Eagles, New Orleans Saints, and Oakland Raiders. 54 career interceptions.

Steve Smith Sr and Luke Kuechly are finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Class of 2025. They could join Julius Peppers as former Carolina Panthers legends who have earned their places in Canton.