Texan Rumors: Projected Signing of Running Back Nick Chubb with Houston Team
Running Back Nick Chubb Inks One-Year Deal with Houston Texans
In a surprising move, star running back Nick Chubb is expected to sign with the Houston Texans, pending a physical, according to numerous media outlets. The impending contract, valued at up to $5 million over one year, is set to keep Chubb off the market until 2025.
Chubb, a seasoned pro at 29 years old, has had a successful NFL run since being drafted by the Cleveland Browns back in 2018. Despite some setbacks due to injuries, he's built quite a reputation, earning the Pro Bowl four times and racking up 6,843 rushing yards with Cleveland, placing him third on the franchise's all-time list.
Despite his impressive resume, Chubb's health has become a concern, as he's only played in ten games over the past two seasons. In 2024, he managed to appear in eight games but saw a career-low 3.3 yards per carry and recorded 332 yards and three scores.
If the deal becomes official, Chubb will join forces with fellow standout running back Joe Mixon, who enjoyed a successful 2024 season with 1,016 yards and 11 touchdowns on the ground. With Chubb's potential addition, the Texans could be looking at an unstoppable duo, provided Chubb can stay healthy.
The Texans' running back room already features Mixon, Dameon Pierce, Dare Ogunbowale, and rookie Woody Marks from Southern California. If Chubb had remained in Cleveland, playing time could have been an issue, with Jerome Ford, Ohio State's Quinshon Judkins (drafted in the second round this year), and Tennessee rusher Dylan Sampson also vying for carries.
This move may prove to be a calculated risk for Houston, as Chubb's contract structure includes incentives, signifying the Texans' desire to see him return to form before committing significant funds. The deal also demonstrates Chubb's prioritization of fit over maximum compensation, as he reportedly received more lucrative offers from other teams.
Time will tell if this bold move pays off for the Texans, but one thing is for certain - their offense is about to become a force to reckon with should Chubb regain his Pro Bowl form. It'll be a season of high stakes and potential rewards in Houston, making the 2025 season one to watch.
- Nick Chubb's expected move to the Houston Texans suggests that the team is serious about improving their American football performance in the NFL.
- Chubb's NFL career has been marked by numerous successes, including his four Pro Bowl appearances and his third place on Cleveland Browns' all-time rushing yards list.
- The Texans' running back room, which includes Joe Mixon, Dameon Pierce, Dare Ogunbowale, and Woody Marks, could become an unstoppable force if Chubb can regain his Pro Bowl form.
- The Texans' one-year deal with Chubb, valued at up to $5 million, includes incentives, indicating the team's hope that Chubb will return to his top form before committing significant funds.
