Irvin always knew Kuechly was one of the best linebackers in football. Now he knows why people always have such nice things to say about him.

"Luke is a hell of a guy. Hell of a football player but a better person," Irvin said. "He'll help you out any way he can.

"He sends me and my wife restaurant (recommendations) to go try every night."

Irvin is still getting to know his new teammates, but he isn't new to the NFL and is already taking it upon himself to mentor the young edge rushers on the roster and set the pace for the group day after day.

"It's May, but I'm trying to show these guys that I go hard in practice and put that on film," Irvin said. "That's my biggest thing is to lead by example.