Panthers anticipate Chuba Hubbard's return for Week 1 matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 11:57 AM

Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Panthers anticipate Chuba Hubbard's return for Week 1 matchup

Summary

Chuba Hubbard has missed recent practice due to a hamstring injury but is expected to return for the Panthers' season opener against the Bears. Head coach Dave Canales indicated that Hubbard is ahead of schedule in his rehabilitation, performing well and quickly approaching game readiness. Jonathan Brooks has taken on additional responsibilities in his absence, preparing for the season after recovering from a previous injury. The Panthers are optimistic about their running back rotation as they near the start of the regular season.

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Status Watch

•Chuba Hubbard sidelined by hamstring injury for weeks
•Panthers expect Hubbard to be ready for Week 1
•Head coach Dave Canales reports Hubbard is ahead of schedule
•Jonathan Brooks has increased workload in Hubbard's absence
•Panthers face Bears in season opener next month

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11:57 AMYahoo Sports — Panthers expect Chuba Hubbard back for Week 1

What they're saying

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Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard has been sidelined by a hamstring injury for the last couple of weeks, but the team is not concerned about his absence stretching into the regular season.
— Yahoo Sports

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