Yesterday, the Carolina Panthers announced that they would be bringing back one of their former stars, Luke Kuechly, as a pro scout. It was a wise play to keep a fan favorite closely associated with the team after what many considered an early retirement from the uber-athletic linebacker. Perhaps the Cincinnati Bengals should consider making a similar move.
The current coaching staff already wields several former players. Everybody knows head coach Zac Taylor had an admirable career at Nebraska before dabbling in the NFL and CFL, but the rest of the regime is full of guys with playing experience.