Long the standard by which Canadian running backs are measured in the NFL, Rueben Mayes is hoping Chuba Hubbard can set that bar even higher.
In 1986, Mayes became the first Canadian to rush for over 1,000 yards in an NFL season, running for a career-best 1,353 yards as a New Orleans Saints rookie.
"But now it's Chuba's time. It is definitely within reach and I think Canadians should be really proud to know there's a homegrown player who's doing that on a big stage like that. The big thing is to stay healthy and have the opportunity but Chuba is in position to do that." Hubbard is coming off a 152-yard rushing performance in Carolina's 36-30 overtime win over Arizona on Sunday that eliminated the Cardinals from playoff contention. Hubbard also scored two TDs, including the game winner in extra time on a 21-yard run.
New Orleans selected Mayes in the third round of the '86 NFL draft following a stellar career at Washington State. Twice the Pac-10's offensive player of the year and a consensus All-American , Mayes set single-season and career rushing records while also setting a then NCAA record for single-game rushing yards .
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