Chuba Hubbard suffers hamstring injury, impacting Carolina Panthers' backfield
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 4:13 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
Chuba Hubbard has sustained a hamstring injury, which Panthers coach Dave Canales has classified as week-to-week. This follows a challenging injury period for the backfield, particularly after Jonathon Brooks' ACL issues. Hubbard’s absence may lead to increased opportunities for Brooks as the team prepares for the upcoming preseason. While the injury is not deemed serious, hamstring injuries can often be lingering and affect a player's performance upon return.
- •Chuba Hubbard is week-to-week with a hamstring injury.
- •Jonathon Brooks is cleared to participate ahead of the 2026 season.
- •Hubbard's injury affects the Panthers' backfield dynamics.
- •Increased opportunities may arise for Brooks during the preseason.
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"The news of Chuba Hubbard's injury opens the door in a big way for his fellow backfield mate as the 2026 NFL season (and preseason) get underway.
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