Carolina Panthers LB A.J. Klein has impressed linebackers coach Al Holcomb with his play this spring. ‘He is definitely more confident,’ Holcomb said. ‘When he is out there taking reps at middle linebacker, he is taking command. It’s all about competition. I consider A.J. a starter. He’s done a good job and he’s going to continue to earn the right to get playing time for us this season.’ Klein has been serving as LB Luke Kuechly’s backup and is competing with LB Chase Blackburn for the starting weakside linebacker spot.
Panthers | A.J. Klein impressing coach