Panthers plan RB committee featuring Jonathan Brooks and Chuba Hubbard for Week 1
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 4:34 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
The Carolina Panthers are set to implement a running back committee for Week 1 against the Chicago Bears, featuring Jonathan Brooks and Chuba Hubbard. Head coach Dave Canales indicated this approach hinges on Hubbard's health, as he recovers from a hamstring issue. Brooks has had limited preseason action due to past injuries, but both backs are expected to share workload if Hubbard is cleared to play. The team hopes this strategy will provide a stable backfield to start the 2026 NFL season.
- •Panthers will employ a running back by committee in Week 1.
- •Chuba Hubbard is recovering from a hamstring injury but is trending toward playing.
- •Jonathan Brooks has had limited carries this preseason due to injuries.
- •Both Brooks and Hubbard aim to establish an effective ground game against the Bears.
- •The shared workload may change depending on performances and injuries.
- 4:45 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers reveal Week 1 plans for RBs Chuba Hubbard, Jonathon Brooks
- 4:34 PMYahoo Sports — Panthers reveal RB plan for Jonathan Brooks, Chuba Hubbard for Week 1
"Panthers HC Dave Canales was asked how he plans on splitting the Week 1 workload between RBs Chuba Hubbard and Jonathon Brooks.
"This is a noteworthy plan for the Panthers' backfield this season.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 24, 2026, 4:45 PMPanthers reveal Week 1 plans for RBs Chuba Hubbard, Jonathon Brooks
Panthers HC Dave Canales was asked how he plans on splitting the Week 1 workload between RBs Chuba Hubbard and Jonathon Brooks.
- Yahoo SportsAug 24, 2026, 4:34 PMPanthers reveal RB plan for Jonathan Brooks, Chuba Hubbard for Week 1
This is a noteworthy plan for the Panthers' backfield this season.
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