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Panthers coach Dave Canales said Week 1 will feature a running-back-by-committee if Chuba Hubbard (hamstring) and Jonathon Brooks are healthy, with Hubbard returning and Brooks aiming for a larger early role, a rotation that could complicate fantasy expectations until the committee is clearer.
Panthers coach Dave Canales said Chuba Hubbard is week-to-week with a hamstring injury but should be ready for Week 1, while Jonathon Brooks looks to seize touches in preseason and potentially take on a bigger role behind Hubbard.
NFL’s latest preseason roundup notes QB Carson Beck will miss the Raiders game with a rib injury (not considered serious), while Panthers RB Chuba Hubbard is listed week-to-week. Other teams may deploy limited snaps for starters (e.g., Josh Allen, Patrick Mahomes) amid a flurry of injuries, signings, and roster moves as preseason begins, including Jordyn Tyson’s injury and Ricky Pearsall’s PCL surgery.
Panthers coach Dave Canales said running backs Jonathon Brooks and Chuba Hubbard will play in Carolina’s preseason game against the Bills, with Brooks returning from a serious knee injury in 2025 and Hubbard mixing in; neither is expected to see many touches as Carolina evaluates their backfield rotation and Brooks’s live-game readiness.
The Panthers are considering a timeshare in their running back role, recognizing Rico Dowdle's significant impact, especially with Chuba Hubbard returning from injury; decisions will be made soon as they prepare for their next game.
Panthers head coach Dave Canales is evaluating the running back rotation between Chuba Hubbard and Rico Dowdle, considering Dowdle's recent strong performances during Hubbard’s injury absence, while also planning to review other team aspects such as offensive line health and quarterback Bryce Young's recovery, as they prepare for upcoming games.
Rico Dowdle and Chuba Hubbard downplay the importance of being the Panthers' starting running back, with Dowdle performing well during Hubbard's injury absence and both players expressing contentment with their roles as the team continues to win.
The Carolina Panthers have four players ruled out for their Week 5 game against the Dolphins, including running back Chuba Hubbard who hasn't practiced this week due to a calf injury. Other questionable players include linebacker D.J. Wonnum, defensive tackle Cam Jackson, and defensive end LaBryan Ray, with Ray in his practice window after being on injured reserve. The rest of the team participated fully in practice.
Chuba Hubbard is expected to miss Week 5 due to a calf injury, leading to an increased role for Rico Dowdle as the Panthers' No. 2 running back.
Chuba Hubbard's calf injury for the Carolina Panthers has worsened, leading to uncertainty about his availability for Week 5 against the Miami Dolphins. The team is taking a cautious approach, and if Hubbard is limited, Rico Dowdle is expected to step into the lead role, raising concerns about the Panthers' offensive effectiveness.
The Carolina Panthers' Week 4 Thursday injury report includes the addition of Chuba Hubbard, while key players Tetairoa McMillan and Tershawn Wharton returned to limited practice after injuries.
The Carolina Panthers narrowly lost to the Philadelphia Eagles 22-16, dropping to a 3-10 record for the season. Despite leading into the fourth quarter, the Panthers couldn't secure the win, hindered by injuries to key players like Jonathon Brooks and Raheem Blackshear. Chuba Hubbard excelled, surpassing 1,000 rushing yards for the season, while Bryce Young had a solid performance marred by a crucial interception. The Panthers' defense held strong, but the Eagles' ground game, led by Saquon Barkley, proved decisive.
The Carolina Panthers defeated the New York Giants 20-17 in overtime in Munich, Germany, marking their second consecutive win. The Giants forced overtime with a last-second field goal but lost possession on the first play of overtime due to a fumble by Tyrone Tracy Jr., which was recovered by Panthers linebacker Josey Jewell. This set up a game-winning field goal by Eddy Pineiro. Chuba Hubbard had a standout performance with a career-best 153 rushing yards and a touchdown. The Panthers improved to 3-7, while the Giants fell to 2-8.
The New York Giants face the Carolina Panthers in an NFL matchup in Munich, Germany, with both teams struggling this season. The Giants' weak run defense will be tested by Panthers' running back Chuba Hubbard, who recently signed a lucrative contract extension. The Panthers' rookie RB Jonathon Brooks is set to debut after recovering from an ACL injury. Despite both teams having poor records, the Giants are slightly favored to win 24-17. Key players to watch include Giants' receiver Jalin Hyatt and cornerback Deonte Banks, as well as Panthers' receiver Xavier Legette.
The Carolina Panthers have signed running back Chuba Hubbard to a four-year contract extension, recognizing his contributions both on and off the field. Panthers GM Dan Morgan praised Hubbard for his passion, productivity, and commitment to the team. Hubbard is having his best season yet, with 665 rushing yards, five touchdowns, and a career-high average of 5.0 yards per carry. The Panthers aim for their third win of the season against the Giants in Germany.