Thu Nov 07 14:50:00 UTC 2024: ## Panthers Extend Running Back Chuba Hubbard, Signaling Commitment to Ground Game
**CHARLOTTE, NC** – The Carolina Panthers have taken a significant step towards solidifying their identity, extending the contract of running back Chuba Hubbard through the 2028 season. The four-year extension keeps the 2021 fourth-round pick in Carolina, demonstrating the team’s commitment to building through the draft and establishing a strong running game.
Hubbard has emerged as a key contributor, currently leading the Panthers with six touchdowns this season, including two in their recent victory over the Saints. He is also fifth in the NFL in rushing yards and ranks within the top ten in rushing first downs and yards per attempt.
“We’re definitely working towards some stuff right now that we’re excited about,” General Manager Dan Morgan hinted at the deal earlier this week. Hubbard’s impressive performance and his place as the sixth-highest rusher in Panthers history solidified his importance to the team.
The extension sends a clear message to the Panthers’ roster: the organization is prioritizing a strong running game and building through the draft. By securing Hubbard for the long term, the Panthers are hoping to establish a consistent offensive identity and create a winning culture.
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