Browns to honor Nick Chubb with a one-day contract
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 11:07 PM
Last updated Sep 24, 2026
Nick Chubb will sign a ceremonial one-day contract with the Cleveland Browns on September 25, marking his return to the team where he spent most of his NFL career. This reunion coincides with the Browns' home opener against the Carolina Panthers. Chubb announced his retirement on August 21 after eight seasons, having suffered a significant knee injury in 2023. He rushed for 506 yards during a short stint with the Houston Texans in 2025. The Cleveland organization plans to honor Chubb, who is among the franchise's all-time leaders in rushing yards and touchdowns, during the game this weekend.
- •Chubb will sign a ceremonial one-day deal on September 25.
- •He retired from football on August 21 after eight seasons.
- •Chubb ranked third in franchise history with 6,843 rushing yards.
- •He will serve as Dawg Pound captain during the home opener.
- •Cleveland will honor his career following the signing.
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