Nick Chubb injury update: Latest on Browns RB for Fantasy Football Week 16

Nick Chubb's return to action in the 2024 season was one of the high points of the Cleveland Browns' season. The franchise legend suffered a serious injury in 2023, and at some point, it looked like he'd miss the entirety of 2024.

However, after months of rehabilitation and discipline, Chubb returned to the Gridiron and played a role in the Browns' season. Unfortunately, he got hurt in his team's Week 15 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Following the injury, let's look at Chubb's availability for Week 16.

Nick Chubb's injury update

According to the Browns, Nick Chubb was placed on the injured reserve list on Wednesday. The perennial Pro Bowler suffered a broken foot in Week 15. Players added to the injury reserve must miss at least four regular-season games, and with the Browns having just three more games, that marks the end of Chubb's season.

The veteran running back suffered the injury in the third quarter during a drive orchestrated by Jameis Winston. Chubb immediately headed to the locker room and did not return to the game.

The Browns lost the game by 14 points, their 11th loss of the 2024 regular season. Jerome Ford will now be tasked with stepping into the RB1 role for the rest of the season as Chubb's direct replacement.

How did Nick Chubb perform in 2024?

With Nick Chubb out for the season, it's only right to examine how the star running back performed in his first year back from a nightmarish set of injuries. After making his return in Week 7, Nick Chubb amassed 102 carries, 332 rushing yards, and three touchdowns in eight games. The Browns were 2-6 in those games.

Chubb's status as a member of the team will be worth monitoring during the offseason, as he will be a free agent in 2025.

According to the Browns Wire, Chubb has expressed his desire to retire with the Cleveland Browns. He sees himself contributing to the team's cause for the foreseeable future. Hence, Browns fans will hope that the Chiefs game won't be the last time they'll see their iconic running back in a Browns jersey.

The Browns endured a frustrating 2024 regular season filled with injuries and disappointing losses. They have one of the worst records in the league and are in prime position for a top-five pick in the 2025 draft. Their only wins this season have been against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Baltimore Ravens and Pittsburgh Steelers. The upcoming offseason will mean a lot for the franchise's future.