With rookie running back Jonathon Brooks set to see his first game action in the coming weeks, the Panthers have signed Chuba Hubbard to a four-year, $33 million contract extension. Hubbard has been the Panthers’ lead back during the 2024 season, handling 71.1-percent of the Opportunity Share and playing ahead of fellow veteran Miles Sanders.

Hubbard has made good on the opportunities granted. He currently has the fifth-most rush yards (665) in the league and six total touchdowns (No. 11). Sanders’ contract goes through 2026, but with Hubbard clearly outperforming him and second round draft pick Brooks getting on the field, the team will look to Hubbard and Brooks to share the bulk of the touches for the remainder of the 2024 season and beyond.

– Joel Ybarra, @metaffb