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In this April 20, 2002, file photo, Julius Peppers, of North Carolina, holds up a team jersey after being selected by the Carolina Panthers as their first pick, second overall, in the NFL Draft in New York. (AP Photo/Ed Betz, File)
Julius Peppers during a game against the Atlanta Falcons at Ericsson Stadium on September 28, 2003.
Julius Peppers during a game against the Dallas Cowboys at Texas Stadium on November 22, 2003.
Julius Peppers during a game against the Washinton Redskins at Ericsson Stadium on November 15, 2003.
Julius Peppers during a game against the Detroit Lions at Ericsson Stadium on December 20, 2003.
Julius Peppers during a game against the Tennesee Titans at Ericsson Stadium on October 19, 2003.
Julius Peppers and Jevon Kearse during a game against the Tennesee Titans at Ericsson Stadium on October 19, 2003.
Julius Peppers sacks Quincy Carter during a game against the Dallas Cowboys at Texas Stadium on November 22, 2003.
Carolina Panthers head coach John Fox, center, congratulates defensive end Julius Peppers (90) after Peppers' interception in the fourth quarter of the Panthers' 29-10 win over the Dallas Cowboys in the NFC Divisional Playoff at Ericsson Stadium in Charlotte, N.C., Saturday Jan. 3, 2004. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
Julius Peppers signs autographs when the Panthers returned to Ericsson Stadium after winning the NFC Championship on Jan. 18, 2004.
Julius Peppers alongside defensive line teammates (l-r Shane Burton, Mike Rucker, Julius Peppers, Brentson Buckner, Kris Jenkins, Al Wallace) during a practice leading up to Super Bowl XXXVIII in 2004.
Carolina Panthers' Julius Peppers answers questions during Super Bowl XXXVIII media day, Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2004 at Reliant Stadium in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Julius Peppers during Super Bowl XXXVIII in 2004.
Julius Peppers alongside Brentson Buckner, Mike Rucker and Al Wallace at Super Bowl XXXVIII in 2004.
Julius Peppers during a game against the Arizona Cardinals at Bank of America Stadium on November 20, 2004.
Julius Peppers during a game against the St. Louis Rams at Bank of America Stadium on December 11, 2004.
Julius Peppers returns an interception for a 46-yard touchdown during a game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Bank of America Stadium on November 28, 2004.
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick (7) is sacked by Carolina Panthers' Julius Peppers (90) during the fourth quarter of the Panthers' 24-6 win in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Dec. 4, 2005.(AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
Julius Peppers sacks Drew Bledsoe during a game against the Dallas Cowboys at Bank of America Stadium on December 23, 2005.
Julius Peppers chases Drew Bledsoe during a game against the Dallas Cowboys at Bank of America Stadium on December 23, 2005.
Julius Peppers embraces head coach John Fox after a game against the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium on December 3, 2005.
Julius Peppers during a game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on October 16, 2005.
Julius Peppers during a game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on November 5, 2005.
Julius Peppers lines up at wide receiver during a game against the Green Bay Packers at Bank of America Stadium on October 3, 2005.
Julius Peppers during a game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on November 20, 2005.
Julius Peppers during a game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on January 19, 2006.
Julius Peppers during a game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on January 15, 2006.
Julius Peppers during a game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Bank of America Stadium on November 12, 2006.
Julius Peppers during a game against the New Orleans Saints at Bank of America Stadium on October 30, 2006.
Julius Peppers pressures Brett Favre during a game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on Sunday, November 18, 2007.
Julius Peppers and Brett Favre after a game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on Sunday, November 18, 2007.
Julius Peppers during a game against the Arizona Cardinals at University of Pheonix Stadium on Sunday, October 14, 2007.
Julius Peppers, Mike Rucker, Steve Smith and John Kasay prior to a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Jacksonville Municipal Stadium on Sunday, December 9, 2007.
Julius Peppers during a game against the San Francisco 49ers at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, December 2, 2007.
Julius Peppers celebrates with Chris Gamble during a game against the San Diego Chargers at Qualcomm Stadium on Sunday, September 7, 2008.
Julius Peppers tackles LaDainian Tomlinson during a game against the San Diego Chargers at Qualcomm Stadium on Sunday, September 7, 2008.
Julius Peppers and Jared Allen during a game against the Minnesota Vikings at Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome on Sunday, September 21, 2008.
Julius Peppers pressures Matt Ryan during a game against the Atlanta Falcons at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, September 28, 2008.
Julius Peppers pressures Kurt Warner during a game against the Arizona Cardinals at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, October 26, 2008.
Carolina Panthers' Julius Peppers (90) stands over Detroit Lions quarterback Daunte Culpepper (11) after sacking him and causing a fumble during the second half of the Panthers' 31-22 win in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Nov. 16, 2008. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
Julius Peppers and Charles Johnson during a game against the Chicago Bears at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, September 14, 2008.
Julius Peppers during a game against the New Orleans Saints at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, October 19, 2008.
Julius Peppers during a game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, October 5, 2008.
Julius Peppers sacks Aaron Rodgers during a game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on Sunday, November 30, 2008.
Julius Peppers and Charles Johnson prior to a game against the New Orleans Saints at the Superdome on Sunday, December 28, 2008.
Julius Peppers sacks Drew Brees during a game against the New Orleans Saints at the Superdome on Sunday, December 28, 2008.
Julius Peppers during a game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, September 13, 2009.
Julius Peppers returns an interception for a touchdown during a game against the Arizona Cardinals at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, November 1, 2009.
Julius Peppers during a game against the Arizona Cardinals at University of Phoenix Stadium on Sunday, November 1, 2009.
Julius Peppers and Ryan Kalil during a game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, September 13, 2009.
Julius Peppers prior to a game against the Buffalo Bills at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, October 25, 2009.
Julius Peppers sacks Eli Manning during a game against the New York Giants at Giants Stadium on Sunday, December 27, 2009.
Julius Peppers during a game against the New York Giants at Giants Stadium on Sunday, December 27, 2009.
Julius Peppers during a game against the New Orleans Saints at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, January 3, 2010.
Julius Peppers and head coach Ron Rivera in Peppers' first game after returning to the Panthers at San Francisco on Sunday, September 10, 2017, at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, CA.
The Carolina Panthers play against the San Francisco 49ers during week one of the regular season on Sunday, September 10, 2017, at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, CA.
Julius Peppers runs out of the tunnel during his first game back at Bank of America Stadium in Week 2 against Buffalo in 2017.
Carolina Panther celebrates a sack against the Buffalo Bills in his first game as a Panther back at Bank of American Stadium on Sunday, September 17, 2017 in Charlotte, N.C.
Julius Peppers strip-sacks Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz at Bank of American Stadium on Thursday, October 12, 2017 in Charlotte, N.C.
Julius Peppers embraces teammate Thomas Davis at a game in Tampa Bay in 2017.
Julius Peppers sacks Tom Brady in a game at New England in 2017.
Julius Peppers sacks Josh McCown in a game at the New York Jets in 2017.
Julius Peppers and teammate Luke Kuechly.
Julius Peppers bangs the Keep Pounding Drum before a game against Green Bay Packers at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, December 17, 2017.
Carolina Panthers against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during a game at Bank of American Stadium on Sunday, December 24, 2017 in Charlotte, NC. (Photo by Melissa Melvin-Rodriguez)
Julius Peppers sacks Jameis Winston against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during a game at Bank of American Stadium on Sunday, December 24, 2017 in Charlotte, NC. (Photo by Melissa Melvin-Rodriguez)
Julius Peppers waves to the crowd against Dallas Cowboys at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina on Sunday, September 9, 2018.
Julius Peppers tackles Saquon Barkley during the game against the Giants on Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018.
Julius Peppers walks off the field during the game against the Giants on Sun., Oct. 7, 2018.
Julius Peppers strip-sacks Alex Smith in a game against Washington in 2018.
Cam Newton hugs Julius Peppers during a game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on Sunday, October 21, 2018.
Julius Peppers in the tunnel before player introductions during a week 8 game against the Baltimore Ravens at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, October 28, 2018.
Julius Peppers pressures Joe Flacco during a week 8 game against the Baltimore Ravens at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, October 28, 2018.
Julius Peppers comforts families of fallen soldiers being recognized during a game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, Nov 4, 2018.
Julius Peppers against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, Nov 4, 2018.
Julius Peppers and Luke Kuechly against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, Nov 4, 2018.
Julius Peppers, Mike Adams, Captain Munnerlyn and Luke Kuechly celebrate a defensive stop against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field on Thursday, November 8, 2018.
Julius Peppers in the locker room during pregame against the Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on Sunday, December 2, 2018.
Julius Peppers walks off the field after a game against the Saints on Monday Night Football on Monday, December 17, 2018.
Julius Peppers is introduced for the last time at Bank of America Stadium prior to a game against Atlanta on Dec. 23, 2018. (Photo by Kent Smith)
Julius Peppers was an NFL Walter Payton Man of the Year nominee in 2018. (Photo by Kent Smith)
Thomas Davis and Julius Peppers talk on the sidelines against the New Orleans Saints at Mercedes-Benz Superdome on Sunday, December 30, 2018.
Julius Peppers at the game against the Saints on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
Julius Peppers during the game against the Saints on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
Julius Peppers leaves the field for the last time against the Saints on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018.
Defensive End (2)
Mario Addison | Mike Fox | Greg Hardy | Charles Johnson | Julius Peppers | Mike Rucker
Will's picks (Peppers, Rucker): Julius Peppers is the obvious top choice. He will be collecting plenty more accolades in the coming years. And Mike Rucker was productive during Carolina's 2003 Super Bowl run and an emotional locker room leader.
Max's picks (Peppers, Johnson): Yeah, got to go with a future Hall of Famer first. And Johnson was always a little under-appreciated. He was stout against the run and his 67.5 sacks are second-most (behind Peppers) in team history.
Defensive Tackle (2)
Brentson Buckner | Kris Jenkins | Maake Kemoeatu | Greg Kragen | Star Lotulelei | Kawann Short
Will's picks (Short, Jenkins): KK hopefully has many more productive seasons in front of him but he already leads all Panthers DTs with 32.5 career sacks. Kris Jenkins' blocked extra point with no time left in Tampa Bay in 2003 was one of the defining moments of that season.
Max's picks (Short, Jenkins): A Short-Jenkins duo would wreak A LOT of havoc.
Linebacker (3)
Jon Beason | Thomas Davis | Kevin Greene | Luke Kuechly | Lamar Lathon | Sam Mills | Dan Morgan | Will Witherspoon
Will's picks (Davis, Kuechly, Beason): Davis and Kuechly are Carolina's top two all-time tacklers. But the Beason pick is an emotional one. Like Morgan, his career was shortened due to injury. But boy, he was the "beast" when he was healthy.
Max's picks (Davis, Kuechly, Mills): All three are franchise icons in their own way. Kuechly might go down as the best Panther ever. Davis and Mills have such a deep connection to the franchise motto of "Keep Pounding."
Cornerback (2)
Eric Davis | Doug Evans | Chris Gamble | Ken Lucas | Richard Marshall | Captain Munnerlyn | Josh Norman
Will's pick (Gamble, Davis): I'm going with the top two in interceptions all-time. And they are a good ways ahead of third place. Gamble had a quiet personality and didn't necessarily fit the stereotype for cornerback. And Eric Davis was a star for Carolina's 90's teams.
Max's picks (Gamble, Norman): Gamble's 27 career interceptions make him an obvious choice. And Norman, while he was gone too soon, really made his mark in Carolina. J-No is also arguably the most gifted defensive back to wear a Panthers uniform.
Photos of safety Mike Minter throughout his career as a Carolina Panther.
Carolina Panthers safety Mike Minter signals against the Philadelphia Eagles during the NFC championship game Sunday, Jan. 18, 2004, in Philadelphia. The New England Patriots take on the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl XXXVIII on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2004 in Houston. (AP Photo/George Widman)
Carolina Panthers' Mike Minter speaks during a news conference in Spartanburg, S.C., Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2007, to announce his retirement from football. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
Atlanta Falcons' Michael Vick (7) throws a pass as he is hit by Carolina Panthers' Mike Minter (30) during the second quarter of an NFL football game in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday Sept. 10, 2006. The pass was complete for a first down. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
FILECarolina Panthers' Mike Minter, left, signs autographs for fans after practice during the NFL football team's training camp in Spartanburg, S.C., Wednesday, Aug. 1, 2007. Minter, slowed by chronic pain in his knees, has decided to retire after 10 seasons in the NFL, a person familiar with the decision said Monday. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
Carolina Panthers quarterback Jake Delhomme (17) celebrates the Panthers' 29-21 victory over the Chicago Bears with teammate Mike Minter (30) in their NFC divisional playoff football game in Chicago, Sunday, Jan. 15, 2006. The Panthers will play the Seattle Seahawks for the NFC conference championship. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Carolina Panthers safety Mike Minter (30) drops the ball thrown to Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Terrell Owens, right, in the end zone as Panthers cornerback Ricky Manning Jr. (24) defends in the first quarter Sunday, Oct. 17, 2004, in Philadelphia. Two plays later, the Eagles settled for a field goal on the drive. (AP Photo/Miles Kennedy)
A pass intended for Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Demetrius Williams, center, is broken up by Carolina Panthers safety Mike Minter, left, and cornerback Richard Marshall, in the fourth quarter of a football game Sunday, Oct. 15, 2006, in Baltimore. The Panthers won 23-21. (AP Photo/Gail Burton)
Carolina Panthers' Julius Peppers (90) talks with Mike Minter during the NFL football team's Fan Fest, Saturday, Aug. 4, 2007 in Charlotte, N.C. Neither player participated in the team's practice. (AP Photo/Rick Havner)
Carolina Panthers' MIke Minter, left, talks with defense coordinator Mike Trgovac, right, during training camp in Spartanburg, S.C., Monday, Aug. 1, 2005. Minter knew he wanted to finish his career with the Carolina Panthers. But staying with the team that drafted him meant accepting a position change, and Minter didn't hesitate. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
Carolina Panthers safety Mike Minter flexes his muscles as he speaks to Panther fans at a pep rally in downtown Charlotte, N.C. on Friday, Jan. 23, 2004. The Panthers will face the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XXXVIII in Houston, on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2004. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)
Carolina Panthers safety Mike Minter signals a turnover after causing Detroit Lions wide receiver Mike Williams to fumble during the third quarter in Detroit, Sunday, Oct. 16, 2005. The Panthers won 21-20. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Carolina Panthers safety Mike Minter, right, runs an interception back 40 yards for a touchdown as Emmmanuel McDaniel, left, follows in the third quarter against the Detroit Lions in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Sept. 15, 2002. The Panthers won 31-7. (AP Photo/Mike McCarn)
New England Patriots running back Kevin Faulk (33) is stopped by Carolina Panthers safety Mike Minter (34) during the second quarter of Super Bowl XXXVIII in Houston, Feb. 1, 2004. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
FILE Carolina Panthers linebackers coach Sam Mills, center, talks with Mike Minter, right, and head coach John Fox, left, during a time out in their 21-14 win over Tampa Bay in Charlotte, N.C., in this Nov. 28, 2004 file photo. Mills, an undersized linebacker who became a Pro Bowl player with New Orleans and Carolina and was later an assistant coach for the Panthers, died Monday, April 18, 2005 after fighting cancer for nearly two years, the Panthers said. He was 45. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
Safety (2)
Kurt Coleman | Chad Cota | Charles Godfrey | Deon Grant | Chris Harris | Mike Minter | Pat Terrell
Will's picks (Minter, Coleman): Mike Minter is an obvious choice here, but it's tough for number two. Godfrey and Coleman each had 11 picks, but Coleman did it in fewer seasons. His tenure also included the Super Bowl and more playoff runs than Godfrey.
Max's picks (Minter, Godfrey): Minter was really the ideal safety of his time. And such a commanding presence. Perhaps Eric Reid can work his way into this conversation after a few more years?
Kicker
Graham Gano | John Kasay
Will's pick (Kasay): Kasay spent nearly all of his 21-season career in Carolina and he hit a lot of big kicks. Especially in 1996 and 2003.
Max's pick (Kasay): The longevity from Kasay makes him a fan favorite. Don't often see that with kickers.
Punter
Jason Baker | Brad Nortman | Michael Palardy | Todd Sauerbrun
Will's pick (Baker): This is for sure the toughest one to pick from. Palardy has a slight edge in net average. Sauerbrun in gross average. But Baker wore the jersey the longest and I give him credit for that.
Max's pick (Palardy): This is me trying to win some points with the current punter.
Return Specialist
Michael Bates | Ted Ginn, Jr. | Rod Smart
Will's pick (Bates): Younger fans don't remember Bates and there's a recency bias with Ginn. But man. Bates could make people miss. All-time Special Teams great.
Max's pick (Bates): Following Will's lead here, but I'm putting Steve Smith back there if I could choose anyone.
