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Panthers Coach Dave Canales Plans More Rushing in 2026

9/9/2026

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Coach Dave Canales plans to increase rushing attempts for the Carolina Panthers in 2026.
Running back Jonathon Brooks, returning from two ACL surgeries, is optimistic for Week 1 against the Chicago Bears.
Running back Chuba Hubbard signed a four-year $33.2 million extension after 1,195 yards and 10 touchdowns in 2024.
Running back AJ Dillon, after missing 2024 with stingers, recorded 46 rushing yards, touchdowns and 75 receiving yards in preseason.

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Coach Dave Canales plans to increase rushing attempts for the Carolina Panthers in 2026.
Running back Jonathon Brooks, returning from two ACL surgeries, is optimistic for Week 1 against the Chicago Bears.
Running back Chuba Hubbard signed a four-year $33.2 million extension after 1,195 yards and 10 touchdowns in 2024.
Running back AJ Dillon, after missing 2024 with stingers, recorded 46 rushing yards, touchdowns and 75 receiving yards in preseason.