Nick Chubb, the running back for the Cleveland Browns, In Monday night’s matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers, had to leave the field on a cart due to a left knee injury. This injury occurred in the second quarter, shortly after a 5-yard run close to the Steelers’ goal line. It’s important to note that Chubb had already gained 64 yards on 10 carries and had a previous history of injuring the same knee back in 2015, resulting in damage to his MCL, PCL, and LCL.
DAMN MAN!!!! 🤦🏾♂️. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 Nick Chubb. Praying for the absolute best
— LeBron James (@KingJames) September 19, 2023
Whether you want to say it’s dirty or just football is up to you, but Minkah Fitzpatrick undoubtedly dives at Nick Chubb’s knee here.
— Matt Edwards (@MattEdwards) September 19, 2023
Fitzpatrick’s decision (and the injury itself) look even worse from the other angle ESPN isn’t showing.
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Havent even seen the video of the Nick Chubb injury yet but just hearing the crowd’s reaction alone made my stomach sink pic.twitter.com/haXM3GrIvW
— G (@3treblig) September 19, 2023
Immediately after the injury, Chubb signaled towards the sideline, and players from both teams displayed their support as he was transported off the field on the cart. Browns’ head coach Kevin Stefanski later informed reporters that he anticipates Chubb will be out for the remainder of the season.
Last 4 Monday Night Football games:
— NFL Notifications (@NFLNotify) September 19, 2023
– Kyler Murray tears ACL
– Damar Hamlin goes into Cardiac Arrest
– Aaron Rodgers tears his Achilles
– Nick Chubb sustains Gruesome leg injury
Is Monday night football cursed? 😧 pic.twitter.com/E1H600I2jf
Reacting to this unfortunate incident, quarterbacks and running backs from various NFL teams were quick to share their thoughts on social media. Notably, NBA players, including LeBron James, who hails from Ohio, also expressed their sentiments. Additionally, it’s worth noting that Minkah Fitzpatrick, the All-Pro safety for the Steelers who was involved in the tackle on Chubb, suffered an injury during the play but managed to make a later return to the game.
You can seen the pain in Amari’s face. He’s right, Nick Chubb is the engine of this team, this fan base and he truly embodies Cleveland‼️ prayers to you @NickChubb
— Earl Da Pearl (@EarldaPearl216) September 19, 2023
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I just remembered that Nick Chubb had the same injury to the same knee back in in college. pic.twitter.com/PYelv58heb
— Petey Parks (@Football_Dude84) September 19, 2023
Nick Chubb is what every dad prays their young son to be when they grow up! I’m not talking about the NFL player; I’m talking about the man! The man whose work ethic, character, & humility goes unmatched! He is a special breed! Please pray for Nick! The NFL needs more like him!🙏🏻
— Stacey and Bo (@StaceyandBo) September 19, 2023
The most obvious angle of Nick Chubb's injury pic.twitter.com/1PjjX2R6Vk
— Meme Sorta (@memesorta) September 19, 2023
Nick Chubb is like, America's running back.
— Mark Schwab (@MarkSchwab) September 19, 2023
He's awesome, he's not cocky, he doesn't celebrate, he can absolutely destroy your defense and he will barely say a word after doing it. EVERYONE likes him and respects him. This is just the worst.
The outpouring of reactions on social media following Nick Chubb’s injury underscores the profound impact of sports on our collective consciousness. From expressions of concern to rallying cries of support, the digital sphere serves as a platform for fans to connect, empathize, and share in the highs and lows of their favorite athletes’ journeys.
Chubb’s injury not only evokes emotions within the sports community but also highlights the power of social media as a dynamic medium for instantaneous communication and communal expression. As we navigate the twists and turns of sports fandom, let us remember the resilience of athletes like Nick Chubb and the strength found in the unity of their supporters, both online and offline.
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