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Nick Chubb Retires From NFL at 30

He said he is leaving to protect his long-term health after repeated lower-body injuries, and the Browns have announced plans to celebrate him in the team’s Ring of Honor.

Overview

  • Chubb announced his decision on Instagram late Friday, saying he had “known for some time” and wanted to end his career healthy.
  • The four-time Pro Bowler played eight NFL seasons, seven with the Cleveland Browns and one with the Houston Texans, finishing with 7,349 rushing yards and 54 rushing touchdowns.
  • Serious injuries shaped the final years of his career, including a catastrophic knee injury in 2023 that required multiple surgeries and a broken foot in 2024 that limited his return.
  • Chubb closed his playing days after the 2025 season with the Texans, when he appeared in 15 games and rushed for 506 yards while the team reached the playoffs.
  • Browns owners Dee and Jimmy Haslam thanked Chubb in a team statement and said they look forward to honoring him in the Ring of Honor, underscoring his lasting place in Cleveland’s franchise history.