Nick Chubb's season-ending knee injury was so brutal that ESPN opted not to replay it and some feared it might end his career.
His ACL was reportedly partially damaged, but not completely torn. He could need two surgeries. It will depend on the outcome of the upcoming procedure, during which the doctor will assess the full scope of the injury. If necessary, the second procedure would be a full ACL reconstruction.
Early reports made it seem sure the 27-year-old's knee was fully dislocated after the apparent forced hyperextension — which would have been career-threatening. While Chubb's ligament injuries are serious, he reportedly has more odds of making a full recovery with this current diagnosis than the former.
Chubb was hit low by Pittsburgh Steelers safety Minkah Fitzpatrick as the Browns running back was taken down by linebacker Cole Holcomb near the goal line during the first half of theAs broadcasters discussed the network's choice not to show it again, a replay of the injury was shown in the stadium, resulting in an audible collective groan from the crowd.
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