Nick Chubb Expected To Return In Week 8
3 years agoCleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb (calf) is expected to return to game action in Week 8 against the division-rival Pittsburgh Steelers this Sunday, barring any setbacks in practice this week, according to a league source. Chubb returned to practice after missing the last two games, but he should be back this weekend as Cleveland's primary back. D'Ernest Johnson did an excellent job last Thursday in the win over the Denver Broncos when he rushed for 146 yards and a touchdown on 22 carries, but he'll revert to a backup role with Chubb set to return. It doesn't mean Johnson won't be fantasy relevant, though, as Kareem Hunt (calf) had plenty of standalone value behind Chubb before he landed on Injured Reserve. Johnson could still remain a factor as an RB3/flex until Hunt returns.
Source: ESPN - Josina Anderson
Source: ESPN - Josina Anderson