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Chuba Hubbard

Chuba Robert-Shamar Hubbard is a Canadian professional American football running back for the Carolina Panthers of the National Football League (NFL).

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Chuba Robert-Shamar Hubbard is a Canadian professional American football running back for the Carolina Panthers of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Oklahoma State, where he earned unanimous All-American honours and won the Jon Cornish Trophy in 2019.

Early life and background

Hubbard was born in Edmonton, Alberta, and is from Sherwood Park, Alberta. He developed in Canadian football before moving to U.S. college football.

College career

At Oklahoma State, Hubbard became one of the top running backs in college football. His 2019 season brought national recognition, including unanimous All-American honours and the Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year award. He also won the Jon Cornish Trophy as Canada's top university football player in 2019.

Professional career

Hubbard was selected by the Carolina Panthers in the fourth round of the 2021 NFL draft, with the 126th overall pick. He has remained on the Panthers roster as an active running back in the NFL.

Canadian football significance

Hubbard is notable as one of the most prominent Canadian-born players in modern U.S. college and professional football. His college honours included the Jon Cornish Trophy, an award recognising Canadian players in U.S. college football.

Key facts

  • Canadian running back for the Carolina Panthers in the NFL.
  • Played college football at Oklahoma State.
  • Won the Jon Cornish Trophy in 2019.
  • Named a unanimous All-American in 2019.
  • Selected by Carolina in the fourth round of the 2021 NFL draft.
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Canadian context

Hubbard is Canadian-born and from Alberta, and he is one of the best-known Canadian players in the NFL. His college awards also include the Jon Cornish Trophy, which recognises top Canadian football talent in U.S. university football.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Chuba Hubbard?
Chuba Hubbard is a Canadian NFL running back for the Carolina Panthers.
Where was Chuba Hubbard born?
He was born in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
What college did Chuba Hubbard attend?
He played college football at Oklahoma State.
When was Chuba Hubbard drafted into the NFL?
He was selected by the Carolina Panthers in the fourth round of the 2021 NFL draft.
What awards did Chuba Hubbard win in college?
He was a unanimous All-American in 2019 and won the Jon Cornish Trophy that same year.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chuba_Hubbard
    Supports: Full name, birth date, birthplace, college career, awards, and draft selection.
  2. NFL.com — https://www.nfl.com/players/chuba-hubbard/
    Supports: Team, position, height, weight, active status, college, age, and hometown.
  3. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/bio/_/id/4241416/chuba-hubbard
    Supports: Team, position, physical details, birthdate, college, draft information, and active status.
  4. Pro Football Reference — https://www.pro-football-reference.com/players/H/HubbCh01.htm
    Supports: Birthplace, birth date, height, weight, and career statistics context.
  5. Carolina Panthers — https://www.panthers.com/team/players-roster/chuba-hubbard/
    Supports: Roster status, position, height, weight, college, and career notes.