Sure, running backs have been devalued across the NFL, but for the rebuilding Panthers — despite what they say, they are rebuilding — signing running back Chuba Hubbard to a four-year contract extension on Thursday was a valid team-building move.

Chuba Hubbard is in the midst of a career year with the Panthers. Carolina is rewarding him with a lucrative, four-year contract extension.

Carolina Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard is realizing the fruits of his labor. On Thursday, Hubbard and the Panthers reached a four-year, $33.2 million contract extension. The 25-year-old back, who was set to become a free agent by season's end,