Chuba Hubbard gives powerful message as Carolina Panthers gear up for biggest season yet

A bold message has started making waves across the NFL from the Carolina Panthers’ camp. It’s not about a flashy new signing or a viral play in practice. Instead, the players’ comments came from one of the team’s own players, someone who has been around a while and knows the struggle.

As the 2025 NFL season approaches, Chuba Hubbard’s comments have created quite the stir. And it wasn't a comment that was whispered or hidden. It was loud, confident, and honest. Now fans are curious. What exactly was said, who said it, and why now?

Chuba Hubbard makes big statement about the Carolina Panthers’ Super Bowl hopes

During a media session that he attended in Charlotte, North Carolina. On Thursday, June 17, 2025, Carolina Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard was able to discuss how he feels entering the upcoming season.

He did not shy away from it. Carolina Panthers were not only trying to get better this year, but to play in the Super Bowl, Chuba Hubbard said in a team interview.“That's always been the goal," Chuba Hubbard said. "That's the goal this year. I think we're closer than ever.”

They certainly had a tough year; the Carolina Panthers ended 2024 with a round of losses to finish the year. But instead of sulking, the coaching staff has put in huge amounts of effort behind the scenes to turn this into a positive.

The team staff hired new coaches and adjusted training times and key focus. Chuba Hubbard believes it has made all of the difference. He says the team now feels whole and taken on the task at hand.

Chuba Hubbard says the Carolina Panthers are done being stuck in the same place

Chuba Hubbard has felt the swings of a developing young team since being drafted by the Carolina Panthers in 2021. This season, however, feels different to him—it feels more serious, more driven. "I think guys are finally sick of being the same ol', same ol' Panthers," Chuba Hubbard said to the media after practice on Monday.It was not only a positive statement. His attitude displayed sincere belief. Since the offseason started, coaches and players have been putting in much effort; the atmosphere in the locker room has changed. 2025 could be the Chuba Panthers' best chance in years.Also Read: Shaq Thompson Leaves The Carolina Panthers After 10 Years Joins The Buffalo Bills For New Chapter