The Browns have a huge crisis in regard to their running back and financial situation. DETAILS:
The Browns are going through a major crisis at running back and financially. detail:
Browns Nick Chubb Knunchub
Zach Safran
This is a truly scary situation that happened during the Browns vs. Steelers game last season, and it gave everyone a scare for one of the best running backs to ever play in this game. This wasn’t his first knee injury.
So what’s the problem? Is he not ready?
Chubb recovered and returned to the Browns for next season and is the same great running back we’ve seen for years. right? Well, not so fast. “Chub’s salary cap hits $15.8 million by the 2024 season. If he is waived, his salary would only be $4 million.” -KG.
The defender will turn 28 next season, so it’s anyone’s guess how he will perform on a team desperately trying to improve its overall cap. While 28 seems like the ideal age for the average player, unfortunately for a runner it’s a time when such a big drop-off occurs.
Looking back, Chubb had 302 carries for 1,525 yards (5.0 average) and 12 touchdowns in 2022. It just shows you how much he was capable of in his prime.
Considering Chubb’s injury history and the devastating injury he sustained last season, it wouldn’t be surprising if doctors suggested he could retire, as it would be too dangerous to take such a blow. Is this possible? No. They may be more likely to propose a simple restructuring rather than terminating the current contract altogether. The Browns need to acquire running backs Jermon Ford and Pierre Strong Jr. and re-sign Kareem Hunt. Perhaps this will happen in future drafts as well. It’s true that this fan base loves a tough guy like Nick Chubb on the roster, and his release would create excitement throughout the Browns nationally for next season. However, there are things to consider when moving your back forward. General manager Andrew Berry and the rest of the front office and coaching staff will have to decide what’s best for the organization. A team that is about $20 million over the cap. Everyone probably talks about quarterback Deshaun Watson and the financial crisis. Still, this issue with Chubb will definitely need to be resolved before next season begins. “I stopped thinking like everyone else a long time ago. You have to think like you think.” – The Legend of Rocky Balboa
