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The news of Nick Chubb's departure from the Cleveland Browns was not heralded by the usual fanfare of a press conference, but rather arrived with the quiet dignity that the running back himself always embodied.
On X, the official Cleveland Browns shared a heartfelt message, signed by Dee Haslam and Jimmy Haslam.
"We want to take this opportunity to thank Nick Chubb for all he's done for the Cleveland Browns," the statement began, a simple yet profoundly weighted acknowledgement of seven years marked by "blood, sweat, and sheer, breathtaking will.
"For the last seven years, Nick gave everything he had to our fans, this organization and this city."
The message vividly painted the portrait that Cleveland had come to know by heart: the consummate professional, the quiet force whose thunderous runs spoke volumes, the man who genuinely bled orange and brown.
It even recalled a singular, selfless moment that perfectly distilled Chubb's essence - his deliberate "stepping out of bounds at the 3-yard line instead of scoring after a 59-yard run to ensure a victory" against the Houston Texans in 2020.
That act, deemed "marvelous indeed" by the team, epitomized his unwavering commitment to the collective.
Chubb's enduring impact
In a league often obsessed with fantasy statistics and the cultivation of personal brands, Chubb's unwavering com was always pointed towards one objective: victory.
"Nick always puts winning above any personal accolade, and that is what makes him so special," Haslams' post affirmed.
The tribute concluded with a powerful vow, one that resonated across the Cuyahoga River like the tolling of a church bell: "We look forward to the day we celebrate your career as a member of our Ring of Honor."
The legacy Chubb leaves behind in Cleveland is indelibly carved into the very granite of Ohio football history. His remarkable 6,843 rushing yards place him third all-time in Browns history, trailing only the legendary figures of Jim Brown (12,312 yards) and Leroy Kelly (7,274 yards).
His 51 rushing touchdowns also stand at third in the franchise record books. Four consecutive 1,000-yard seasons from 2019 to 2022, combined with a career average of 5.1 yards per carry, whisper of relentless efficiency and consistent dominance.
These are more than mere statistics; they are compelling chapters in the ongoing Cleveland football gospel. His 2022 masterpiece, a season where he amassed 1,525 yards and 12 touchdowns, was a true work of art, seemingly painted in the mud and snow that are so characteristic of Cleveland football.
He arrived in Cleveland from the University of Georgia, already a Bulldog legend, second only to the iconic Herschel Walker in their record books, and immediately became synonymous with Cleveland football.