Chuba Hubbard fantasy outlook 2025: Should you draft Panthers RB this year?

NFL: Carolina Panthers Training Camp - Source: Imagn
NFL: Carolina Panthers Training Camp - Source: Imagn

Chuba Hubbard has been a consistent performer for Carolina for the past two seasons as the starting running back. Hubbard has amassed 2,097 rushing yards and 15 touchdowns in that span.

Ad

However, in terms of fantasy football, is he worth the risk? Here are some factors to consider before drafting Hubbard.

Chuba Hubbard fantasy outlook in 2025

NFL: Carolina Panthers Training Camp - Source: Imagn
NFL: Carolina Panthers Training Camp - Source: Imagn

Looking to predict NFL playoff Scenarios? Try our NFL Playoff Predictor for real-time simulations and stay ahead of the game!

Hubbard is projected to earn 250 fantasy points in PPR formats this season, according to Sportskeeda's Fantasy Draft Simulation. He's projected for 1,213 rushing yards and eight touchdowns on the ground. The dual-threat back is also projected to haul in 45 passes for 283 yards.

Ad

However, Carolina has made some additions to its backfield this year. The Panthers signed former Dallas Cowboys running back Rico Dowdle, who carried the ball 235 times for over 1,000 yards and two touchdowns last season. He also proved reliable in the receiving game, catching 39 passes for 249 yards and three touchdowns.

Carolina also drafted Trevor Etienne, who will likely play a big role as a receiving back out of the backfield as well. Given the rotation the Panthers now have at their disposal, the Panthers' offense could operate as a committee in 2025.

Ad

Is Chuba Hubbard a good pick in fantasy football this year?

NFL: Carolina Panthers Minicamp - Source: Imagn
NFL: Carolina Panthers Minicamp - Source: Imagn

If you're in a deep league with 10 or more people, Hubbard is certainly worth a mid to late draft pick for depth at the running back position. Despite likely being involved in a running back by committee offense in 2025, Hubbard is still a starter and a pass-catching threat out of the backfield.

Ad

Where should you draft Chuba Hubbard this year?

NFL: Arizona Cardinals at Carolina Panthers - Source: Imagn
NFL: Arizona Cardinals at Carolina Panthers - Source: Imagn

Hubbard's ADP in mock drafts is hovering between 44 and 52 across various platforms in PPR formats, according to Fantasy Pros. He is worth taking a chance on in the mid to late rounds of drafts for the 2025 season.

Panthers Nation! Check out the latest Carolina Panthers Schedule and dive into the Panthers Depth Chart for NFL Season 2024-25.

Quick Links

Edited by Jon-Anthony Fuentes
Sportskeeda logo
Close menu
WWE
WWE
NBA
NBA
NFL
NFL
MMA
MMA
Tennis
Tennis
NHL
NHL
Golf
Golf
MLB
MLB
Soccer
Soccer
F1
F1
WNBA
WNBA
down arrow icon
More
bell-icon Manage notifications