Former Cleveland Browns player announces retirement

Cleveland, Ohio - November 29, 2026 - Former Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb has announced his retirement from professional football. The announcement was made on social media by the 30-year-old star, who expressed that he had been contemplating this for some time. Chubb revealed that he is ready to share his decision to end his football career.

Chubb was drafted by the Browns in the second round of the 2018 NFL Draft and played for the team from 2018 to 2024. During his tenure with the Browns, he rushed for 1,000 yards in four consecutive seasons from 2019 to 2022. His most productive season was in 2022, when he recorded 1,525 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns. However, his career took a toll when he suffered a severe knee injury in 2023, which forced him to play for the Houston Texans that year.

In his retirement announcement, Chubb emphasized his intention to conclude his career on a healthy note and a winning season. He shared that he had made a promise to himself at the beginning of his journey to always stay true to himself and never forget what made him unique. This promise led him to remain the hardest-working individual, regardless of the circumstances.

The Cleveland Browns also expressed their congratulations on Chubb's retirement, calling him a "legendary career" and "Forever a dawg." Chubb's college football career was spent at the University of Georgia.