CHARLOTTE -- Linebacker Luke Kuechly and guard Trai Turner will represent Carolina at the 2019 Pro Bowl in Orlando, the league announced Tuesday.
Kuechly has been named to the Pro Bowl for the sixth time, the most by any player in a Panthers uniform. He was previously in a six-way tie with current teammates defensive end Julius Peppers and center Ryan Kalil, as well as franchise legends wide receiver Steve Smith, tight end Wesley Walls and returner Michael Bates. Peppers has been to nine Pro Bowls in total (three with the Bears and one with the Packers).
In 2018, Kuechly has posted 124 tackles, two sacks, five passes defensed and one interception. He has recorded a career-best 19 tackles for loss which ties Charles Johnson's franchise record for most tackles for loss in a season. Kuechly ranks third in the NFL in tackles for loss, and has the most by any linebacker since 2014.
Since his rookie year, Kuechly leads the NFL in tackles (929 based on press box stats), interceptions (16) and total takeaways (24) among linebackers. The former first-round pick has essentially become an automatic Pro Bowler at this point, being selected every year except when he was 2012 NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year.
Turner, a third-round pick in the 2014 draft, has earned a reputation as one of the NFL's top guards since joining Carolina. He's a Pro Bowler for the fourth year in a row.
Aside from missing Weeks 2-4 with a concussion, Turner has started in every game this season and has been a key part of an offensive line that has helped running back Christian McCaffrey put together one of the best seasons in franchise history. Turner has helped pave the way for the NFL's third-best rushing offense as Carolina has averaged 134.6 yards on the ground. Turner and Carolina's offensive line have helped establish the league's best rushing average (5.32 yards per carry) and the Panthers are second in rushes over 10 yards (62).
Turner's combination of power and athleticism makes him one of the best at his position. Kalil is the only offensive lineman in Panthers history with more Pro Bowls on his resume.
Players for the game are determined by the consensus votes of fans, players and coaches. Each group's vote counts one-third toward determining the 88 All-Star players who will be selected to the Pro Bowl.
The 2019 Pro Bowl presented by Verizon kicks off at 3:00 PM ET on January 27.
View some of the best images of Carolina's Pro Bowl linebacker and Pro Bowl guard during the 2018 season.
Luke Kuechly runs onto the field during the game against Washington on Sunday, Oct. 14, 2018 at FedEx Field in Landover, MD.
Luke Kuechly chases down Alex Collins during a week 8 game against the Baltimore Ravens at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, October 28, 2018.
Luke Kuechly stares down Joe Flacco during a week 8 game against the Baltimore Ravens at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, October 28, 2018.
Trai Turner signals for a touchdown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, Nov 4, 2018.
Trai Turner is introduced during a week 8 game against the Baltimore Ravens at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, October 28, 2018.
Luke Kuechly makes a tackle against the Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on Sunday, December 9, 2018.
Luke Kuechly and David Mayo celebrate a turnover against the Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on Sunday, December 9, 2018.
Luke Kuechly signals before a snap during the game against the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018, at Bank of America Stadium.
Luke Kuechly looks pissed during a game against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Sunday, September 16, 2018.
Trai Turner breaks the team down before the game against Washington on Sunday, Oct. 14, 2018 at FedEx Field in Landover, MD.
Luke Kuechly runs toward the play during the game against the Steelers on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, PA.
Luke Kuechly yells after making a tackle against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Sunday, September 16, 2018.
Luke Kuechly and Captain Munnerlyn sack Ryan Fitzpatrick against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, Nov 4, 2018.
Luke Kuechly breaks up a pass against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on Sunday, November 18, 2018. The Carolina Panthers play against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018 in Detroit, MI.
Luke Kuechly makes a tackle against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Sunday, September 16, 2018.
Trai Turner, Ryan Kalil and Greg Van Roten block to defend the pocket during the game against the Giants on Sun., Oct. 7, 2018.
Luke Kuechly makes a tackle during the game against the Steelers on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, PA.
Luke Kuechly prepares to tackle Tevin Coleman during a game against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Sunday, September 16, 2018.
Luke Kuechly makes a tackle against the Seattle Seahawks at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, November 25, 2018.
Thomas Davis jokes with Luke Kuechly during team stretch before the game against Washington on Sunday, Oct. 14, 2018 at FedEx Field in Landover, MD.
Luke Kuechly signals before the snap against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on Sunday, November 18, 2018. The Carolina Panthers play against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018 in Detroit, MI.
Luke Kuechly reads the offense before a snap against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on Sunday, November 18, 2018. The Carolina Panthers play against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018 in Detroit, MI.
Luke Kuechly against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, Nov 4, 2018.
Luke Kuechly stares down the opponent during the game against the Giants on Sun., Oct. 7, 2018.
