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By James Brizuela
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The Cleveland Browns drafted Nick Chubb in 2018 with the hopes that he could reinvigorate the rushing attack for the team, and that is exactly what he did. Chubb secured 996 yards and eight touchdowns his rookie season and eclipsed the 1,000-yard rushing mark every season after that until 2023.
Read more: Browns Are Officially Taking Nick Chubb Off the IR
During Week 2 of the 2023 NFL season, a player on the Pittsburgh Steelers collided with Chubb's left knee, which bent it in a very horrific way. Though testing needed to be done, it was believed that Chubb had damaged his MCL and ACL.
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After testing, both were confirmed. Chubb tore his MCL and also damaged his ACL, ending his 2023 season. The All-Pro running back would have a tough hill to climb to return.
Now, the Browns dynamic rusher has officially been taken off IR and his practice window has been open following the devastating injury. Chubb spoke to reporters about his return to practice, taking in the surreal nature of being back on the field.
Chubb is asked how it felt to return and join his teammates.
"It didn't feel real. It felt like a dream. Feel like I've been battling this for a while now, so it was great to get all that off my shoulders and finally get out there," Chubb stated.
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Chubb is then asked by a reporter if he had hoped to be back around this time of the season.
"I was just hoping to get back at some point," Chubb responded.
Chubb has had a long road back from the injury that could have easily ended his career. The left knee he injured in Week 2 of the 2023 NFL Season is the same injury he suffered in college in 2015.
During a game between Alabama and Georgia, Chubb was rushing when he was struck by two defenders. The hit led to him suffering a dislocated kneecap, a torn MCL, PCL, and LCL in his left knee. He was able to rehab and rejoin the team in 2016.
These kinds of injuries can always lead to players having to step away from the game completely. Many who knew Chubb from his days with the Bulldogs were likely saddened to see him suffer the same kind of injury in 2023. However, Chubb's resilience has once again shown.
Chubb is unlikely to suit up for the Week 5 game when the Browns will take on the Washington Commanders, but Chubb could be added to the roster ahead of Week 6 when the Browns face the Philadelphia Eagles.
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