Chuba Hubbard’s season is over.
The Carolina Panthers positioned their main rusher on injured reserve Saturday with a strained calf.
Hubbard was restricted in observe on Friday with a knee harm and was listed as questionable to play Sunday in opposition to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. After observe, Hubbard complained of ache and had an MRI, which revealed a grade two calf pressure, in line with the crew.
Hubbard ran for 1,195 yards — the fourth-most in franchise historical past — and 10 touchdowns this season. He’s sixth within the league in yards dashing.
He turns into the third Panthers operating again to be positioned on injured reserve this season, becoming a member of Miles Sanders and rookie Jonathan Brooks.
The transfer possible means Mike Boone will begin Sunday in opposition to Tampa Bay, with Raheem Blackshear anticipated to see reps as nicely.
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Hubbard completed his season final week by operating for 152 yards and two touchdowns, together with a 21-yard rating in time beyond regulation because the Panthers beat the Arizona Cardinals, 36-30. He was named NFC offensive participant of the week.
He additionally caught 43 passes for 171 yards and a landing this season.
Reporting by The Related Press.
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