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Cat Scratch Reader fantasy football takes on Chuba Hubbard
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NegativeRoleSep 15, 2026
Chuba Hubbard is expected to take the majority of punts and kicks in the return game for the Panthers following Jimmy Horn Jr's waiver, replacing Horn as the primary returner.PositiveUsageSep 13, 2026
Hubbard scored two touchdowns in the game, including one in the third quarter where he punched in from the goal line after the Panthers moved down the field with haste; he also had a 29-yard gain on a shovel pass in the fourth quarter, demonstrating both red zone efficiency and involvement in the passing game.PositiveUsageSep 11, 2026
The source expects Hubbard to operate in a timeshare with Jonathon Brooks similar to his past arrangement with Rico Dowdle, but anticipates better production this time due to more complementary skill sets; Brooks adds a pass-catching element that differentiates the backfield usage.NegativeRoleSep 10, 2026
Hubbard is competing with Jonathon Brooks for the lead back role in the Panthers offense; the source emphasizes that establishing the run early against Chicago's 26th-ranked run defense is critical to the Panthers' offensive consistency and helping Bryce Young perform better. Whether Hubbard or Brooks takes the majority of snaps, the Panthers must run the ball effectively to control time of possession against the high-powered Bears offense.PositiveProjectionSep 4, 2026
The source expects Chuba Hubbard to be the leading rusher despite preseason concerns about a hamstring issue that kept him out during the off-season. The source believes Hubbard will be fine and productive, and that the running back group will outperform expectations with Hubbard and Jonathon Brooks complementing each other better than Hubbard and Rico Dowdle did.NegativeDepth ChartAug 31, 2026
Hubbard made the 53-man roster as the lead running back, with no surprises in the running back group after Trevor Etienne's ankle injury sent him to injured reserve.PositiveRoleAug 29, 2026
Hubbard keeps earning the starting spot despite the Panthers bringing in competition; he'll be the lead back to start the season, though Jonathon Brooks will push him for touches if Brooks regains his college form.PositiveInjuryAug 28, 2026
The source is not overly concerned with Hubbard's soft tendon issue, noting that Carolina is playing it safe and doesn't need to use him in preseason while nursing the injury. Hubbard and Jonathon Brooks are expected to split a healthy number of carries in Week 1 against the Bears, with Trevor Etienne as a contingency if Hubbard remains hampered.NegativeUsageJul 22, 2026
Hubbard's 2025 season began quietly and was disrupted by a calf injury absence that allowed Rico Dowdle to accumulate nearly 400 rushing yards over two games; Hubbard initially struggled to regain touches but reestablished himself as the superior back and was finally entrusted with the majority of touches in the playoff loss to the Rams.PositiveProjectionJul 22, 2026
Hubbard's 2024 breakout season produced 1,195 rushing yards, 10 touchdowns, and 43 receptions as the team's lead back; he has improved every year in the league and survived countless threats to his job security, grinding his way into being a fan favorite.PositiveRoleJul 22, 2026
Hubbard is the clear starter at running back for the 2026 season after establishing himself as the superior back in the 2025 backfield competition with Rico Dowdle; he delivered in his last opportunity as the lead back in 2024 with 1,195 yards, 10 touchdowns, and 43 catches, and the Panthers will hope he can replicate that production.