Hubbard is on some type of run at the moment. Not only is he a few weeks detached from signing a life-changing four-year, $33.2 million extension, but he's entering Week 12 off a career-best performance and as the league's fourth-leading rusher.

With Sanders now out for at least the next four games, the Panthers will get to utilize second-round pick Jonathon Brooks—who is expected to make his pro debut on Sunday. The rookie back has been sidelined for over a year after tearing his ACL.

The Carolina Panthers return to Bank of America Stadium on Sunday afternoon to begin the toughest part of their schedule, starting with the Kansas City Chiefs.