When is Nick Chubb expected to play this year? Latest on Browns RB's ACL injury

Nick Chubb's latest injury update will have thrown fantasy football draft strategies all over the place as the Cleveland Browns announced a major update on their star playmaker.

Chubb, who's currently on the Physically Unable to Perform list, is not expected to be taken off it in time to suit up for Week 1. Per NFL rules, Chubb will only be eligible to return to action after the first four games of the season.

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When is Nick Chubb expected to play in 2024?

While Week 5 is the earliest he is eligible to return, it's important to note that he may still take some more time to recover, given an ACL injury is a major one to come back from, especially in a contact sport.

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What Browns' depth chart looks like after Nick Chubb's injury update

Luckily, the Browns made do with what resources they had last year after Chubb went down with injury early on. Jerome Ford became the RB1 on the Browns' depth chart and this year, they also have D'Onta Foreman on the roster alongside former Bills running back Nyheim Hines.

Even if Chubb returns in Week 5, the Browns will likely ease him into action so don't expect him to rack up a truckload of fantasy points this season. Chubb has suffered two ACL tears in one knee and will also turn 29 later this year, which doesn't bode well for his longevity on the field. Expect the Browns to exercise caution this season.

Jets playmaker Breece Hall, who returned from an ACL tear himself, took a while to get going last year so it's more than likely that will also be the case with Chubb.

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Which games will Nick Chubb miss?

The Cleveland Browns open their 2024 regular season schedule against the Dallas Cowboys in what will also serve as Tom Brady's official debut in an NFL broadcasting booth with Fox. Kickoff is scheduled for 4:25 PM on September 8, Sunday evening.

The Browns will then face off against the Jaguars, Giants and Raiders. Chubb will miss all of these games since he will start the season on the PUP list. The Browns RB will be eligible to return when they face the new-look Washington Commanders in Week 5.