CHARLOTTE — The two Panthers legends who reached the Pro Football Hall of Fame finalists list last year made the cut to 26 semifinalists in this year's voting.

Linebacker Luke Kuechly and wide receiver Steve Smith Sr. remain among the 26 names announced Tuesday morning.

Kuechly is an automatic finalist after finishing in the final seven last year, along with Torry Holt, Willie Anderson, and Adam Vinatieri.

Smith was a finalist for the first time last year, getting to the final 15 after four years as a semifinalist.

Two other former Panthers — tight end Greg Olsen and cornerback Charles Tillman — were among the final 52 players on this year's ballot, but not among the semifinalists.

The list of 26 announced Tuesday included five players in their first year of eligibility, two playe

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