Carolina Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard has had a quality 2024-25 campaign. He most recently ran for 92 yards and a touchdown in the Week 14 loss to Philadelphia. The 25-year-old also caught four passes. But there is reason to believe he will be even more productive in Sunday's clash with Dallas, considering the Cowboys defense has been a mess all year. Miles Sanders (ankle) and Jonathon Brooks (knee) won't play, and with Raheem Blackshear (chest) questionable, Hubbard is in line for plenty of work in Week 15. Truth be told, he'll still get plenty of touches even if Blackshear is cleared to suit up.
Carolina Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard re-established himself as a premier 2024 halfback in Week 14, rushing for 92 yards and a touchdown on 26 attempts and tallying four catches for 15 yards in Sunday's 22-16 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. With rookie Jonathon Brooks (knee) leaving the game in the first quarter, Hubbard took on the full spectrum of backfield workload, coming two carries shy of his season high. While the extent of Brooks' injury is unclear, one could expect Carolina to be very cautious with him as we enter the season's final stretch. Following a gauntlet of tough run defenses, Hubbard and company will face a reeling Dallas squad in Week 15, ranked 27th against running backs.
Chuba Hubbard Draws Bad Matchup Against Eagles Following Disaster Game
Carolina Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard will test his legs against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 14, who rank third in fewest points allowed to halfbacks. In Week 13, Hubbard had his worst performance since Week 1, recording just 43 yards on 12 carries, no receiving targets, and a game-losing fumble in overtime. The concerns don't stop there, as Hubbard saw just 79% of offensive snaps on Sunday while rookie running back Jonathon Brooks took on a more significant role in the game plan. This was always the preseason concern for Hubbard managers, and it seems their fears could be coming true at an inopportune time. RotoBaller has Hubbard ranked as RB24 for Week 14.
Carolina Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard had his worst game of the season against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 13. Hubbard recorded just 43 rushing yards on 12 attempts and a crucial overtime fumble in Carolina's 26-23 loss. He had no receiving targets and no touchdowns. One could attribute Hubbard's lack of production to the ramping up of rookie halfback Jonathon Brooks, who saw increased reps in his second career game. This was a known possibility and something many managers had predicted since the preseason. The crucial overtime fumble certainly doesn't help his outlook in the future. Still, Hubbard has had a great season and will likely remain the featured back against Philadelphia next week.
Chuba Hubbard Looks To Continue Scoring Streak Against Buccaneers
Carolina Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard has found the end zone in three consecutive games. Facing the season's home stretch and a Week 13 matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Hubbard has easily been among the great fantasy value players of the year. He played his way to a four-year extension and has only seen increased reps as the year has drawn on, playing in a season-high 89% of snaps last week. While rookie running back Jonathon Brooks debuted last week, Hubbard still took the bulk of the workload and can be expected to continue doing so. RotoBaller's latest rankings have him as RB16 this week.
Chuba Hubbard Scores Late Touchdown In Thriller Against Kansas City
Carolina Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard rushed for 58 yards on 16 attempts and a touchdown while catching one of five targets for two yards in Sunday's 30-27 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. With under two minutes to go in the fourth quarter, Hubbard punched in a one-yard touchdown and a subsequent two-point rush to tie the game at 27 against the NFL-best Kansas City Chiefs. While Kansas City was the eventual victor, Hubbard carrying the team's weight on his back in the game's biggest moment is a testament to his season. Following Sunday's slate, he is fifth in the NFL in rushing yards. Fantasy-wise, the late touchdown was crucial to a solid performance, as Hubbard's 58 rushing yards was his lowest since Week 8. Carolina will take on Tampa Bay next week in a divisional matchup.
Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales said he wants to see rookie running back Jonathon Brooks (knee) play confident and fast when he makes his NFL debut, and he will be working behind Chuba Hubbard when he plays in his first NFL contest this Sunday against the Kansas City Chiefs. Meanwhile, Miles Sanders (ankle, foot) isn't expected to play in Week 12, so Brooks should serve as the backup to Hubbard. The 21-year-old Brooks hasn't played all year while recovering from an ACL tear he suffered last year in college, but he's practicing in full on Wednesday and should be active this Sunday. Hubbard has earned lead-back duties for Carolina with another strong season in 2024, which means Brooks will probably be in line for backup duties the rest of the way in his rookie season, making him mostly a bench stash and handcuff in fantasy.
Chuba Hubbard Sets Career-High 153 Rushing Yards In Germany
Carolina Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard set a career-high with 153 rushing yards while catching four of six targets for 16 yards in Sunday's 20-17 win against the New York Giants in Munich, Germany. He achieved the feat on 28 rush attempts a season-high and tied a career-high in missed tackles with nine. Hubbard also recorded his seventh touchdown of the season. It was a European trip to remember for the Panthers' leading rusher, who signed a four-year contract extension earlier this week. He's remained a consistent, high-value fantasy player throughout the season, outproducing his ADP. The Panthers have a bye in Week 11 before returning to face the mighty Kansas City Chiefs on November 24.
Chuba Hubbard Looks To Cement Himself Following Contract Extension
Earlier this week, running back Chuba Hubbard agreed to a four-year, $33.2 million contract extension with the Carolina Panthers. Hubbard will look to keep things rolling against the New York Giants on Sunday. Hubbard has been one of the few bright spots for Carolina, ranking as RB7 in half-PPR scoring entering Week 10. He has absorbed all backfield work from running back Miles Sanders, who sees fewer and fewer touches. While rookie running back Jonathon Brooks (knee) is questionable for this German matchup against the Giants, there is no reason to expect a lighter workload for Hubbard, who sealed the team's Week 9 victory with a 16-yard touchdown run. He should be a safe RB2 in Week 10.
Panthers, Chuba Hubbard Agree On Four-Year Extension
The Carolina Panthers an star running back Chuba Hubbard agreed on a four-year, $33.2 million contract extension on Thursday, according to sources. Hubbard receives a maximum value of $37.2 million with $15 million in new fully guaranteed money. The 25-year-old former fourth-round pick in 2021 out of Oklahoma State took over lead-back duties from Miles Sanders a season ago and hasn't looked good. While he could loses valuable touches in the backfield to rookie Jonathon Brooks (knee), who is trending toward making his NFL debut in Week 10, the rest of the way, Hubbard should remain the Panthers' top option after averaging 5.0 yards per carry through nine games in 2024. Hubbard currently ranks as the RB7 in half-PPR fantasy scoring heading into Week 10 in Germany against the New York Giants, where he should be deployed as an RB2.
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