Nick Chubb, former Pro Bowl RB for Browns, announces NFL retirement

Former Pro Bowl running back Nick Chubb, whose career was defined by seven seasons with the Cleveland Browns, has announced his retirement from the NFL. Chubb, who rushed for a total of 506 yards over 15 games in 2025 while playing for the Houston Texans, made his 2024 debut on October that year.

A significant setback occurred during the Browns' Week 15 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in December 2024, when Chubb suffered a broken foot. This injury forced him to miss the remainder of the season, including the NFL Week 16 game against the Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Earlier in the year, Chubb had missed the start of the 2023 season after undergoing knee surgery, which ultimately ended his 2023 campaign prematurely.

During Chubb's absence, rookie Jerome Ford stepped up for the Browns, rushing for 92 yards on 11 carries with a touchdown in a loss to Cincinnati. Ford's performance, coupled with his 39 receiving yards on five catches, demonstrated the depth of talent available in the Browns' backfield. Despite these challenges, Chubb's impact on the game remains undeniable, having earned four Pro Bowl selections throughout his eight-year NFL career.