Joe Mixon's Foot Injury Open Door For Nick Chubb
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Chubb, who spent seven seasons with the Cleveland Browns, inked a one-year deal worth $2.5 million in May, though it could be worth up to $5 million if he hits his bonuses. With Mixon's injury, Chubb is going to have the first crack at working through the starting rotation over rookie Woody Marks and Dare Ogunbowale.
Chubb, who was brought in on a one-year deal during Texans' OTAs, has since made a positive impression on the coaching staff, thanks to his motor and ability to be a pro–something Ryans clearly admires in an impressive light, and has since his days dominating at Georgia.
Recently signed running back Nick Chubb will get his first action in pads since breaking his foot last December and just under two years since his second severe multi-ligament injury NFL announces training camp reporting dates, locations for all 32 teams for 2025 season.
Chubb could earn the starting job during training camp after Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported that Joe Mixon (foot/ankle) is facing an extended absence.
The Houston Texans were hit with some brutal news concerning their star running back, Joe Mixon, over the weekend. According to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, Mixon will be sidelined for an "extended period of time" with a foot injury and will be re-evaluated closer to when the regular season kicks off.
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The Houston Texans began training camp with dour news, placing Pro Bowl running back Joe Mixon on the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list. However, the Texans made contingency plans with another Pro Bowler, Nick Chubb.
The Browns’ veteran running back is returning for his fourth NFL season in Cleveland. After some negotiations, the team reduced Ford’s 2025 salary from $3.86 million to $1.75 million — a move that likely secured his spot on the roster and retained his veteran presence. Despite his experience, he faces young competition for carries.