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Browns coach: RB Nick Chubb breaks foot vs. Chiefs

Sun Dec 15 5:54pm ET
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Cleveland running back Nick Chubb broke his foot during the host Browns' 21-7 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, Browns coach Kevin Stefanski said.

Chubb was injured during the third quarter and did not return to the game. He finished with nine carries for 41 yards and one fumble, and no receptions on one target.

A four-time Pro Bowl honoree, Chubb got a late start this season after sustaining multiple torn ligaments and undergoing two surgeries on his left knee following a season-ending injury against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sept. 18, 2023.

Chubb, who turns 29 on Dec. 27, has started all eight games he has played this season and has 102 carries for 332 yards and three touchdowns, and five receptions for 31 yards and one score.

"I have a first-row seat to what he's been able to do," Stefanski said after Sunday's game. "I can't tell you how much I respect him as a person, what he means to this football team. So really, really disappointed about this injury. Does not change the fact that he continues to inspire this football team with how he approaches every single day. I know this is just another obstacle that he will overcome."

Cleveland selected Chubb in the second round of the 2018 NFL Draft out of Georgia. He has 6,843 yards and 51 TDs on the ground, and 1,042 receiving yards and five TDs in 85 regular-season games (78 starts).

He was selected for the Pro Bowl for four consecutive seasons from 2019-22, topping 1,000 rushing yards in each campaign.

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Los Angeles Chargers offensive guard Zion Johnson (ankle) is questionable to return on Sunday versus the Bucs. The 25-year-old sustained an ankle injury. However, with the game presumably out of reach, he likely won't be back for the remainder of Week 15. Unfortunately, Johnson won't have much time to get healthy, considering the Chargers will meet the Broncos on Thursday night. The team certainly needs him out there, especially with Justin Herbert taking a beating of late. But if he misses time, Jamaree Salyer is the only healthy guard on the roster behind Trey Pipkins III.

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Devon Achane Dec 15 6:10pm CT
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Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane carried the ball 12 times for 41 yards and caught all seven of his targets for 35 yards in the 20-12 Week 14 loss to the Houston Texans. The Miami offense's struggles to run the ball effectively continue with only 52 total rushing yards. This is the first time he has not gotten into the endzone in four games. Despite the poor rushing totals, his receiving output again saved Achane's fantasy day. This marks the sixth time in the last seven games that Achane has gone over 14+ PPR fantasy points. He once again paced the Miami backfield in touches by a wide margin and figures to continue that for the rest of the season. His next matchup will be back at home against the San Francisco 49ers.

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Tyreek Hill Dec 15 6:10pm CT
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Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill (wrist) caught two of seven targets for 36 yards in their 20-12 loss to the Houston Texans. The struggles continue for Hill, who has had a very disappointing 2024 campaign. The 36 receiving yards is his lowest total in a game since Week 10 against the Los Angeles Rams. The offense struggled to get much going with their worst performance since Tua Tagovailoa returned in Week 8. More alarming is that Miami was down for most of the game, and Hill only received seven targets. With the loss, Miami's chances of making the playoffs are now slim to none. Fantasy managers competing in playoffs will hope for better performances in the coming weeks. His next opportunity will come at home in Week 16 against the San Francisco 49ers.

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Jaleel McLaughlin Dec 15 6:00pm CT
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Denver Broncos running back Jaleel McLaughlin (quadriceps) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Colts. The 24-year-old had 84 yards off 14 carries versus the Browns heading into the Broncos' bye. He has also led the way on the rushing end in Week 15, amassing seven touches for 21 yards and adding three catches for 13 yards. But if he doesn't return, that should mean more work for Javonte Williams and Audric Estime for the rest of the contest. That should remain the case if McLaughlin isn't available on Thursday night versus the Chargers.

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Alec Pierce Dec 15 5:40pm CT
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Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Alec Pierce (concussion) won't return to Sunday's game against the Denver Broncos. The wideout wasn't involved before going down with a concussion, failing to catch any of his four targets. Fortunately, the Colts got Josh Downs (shoulder) back for this one, which will help lessen the blow. Michael Pittman Jr. could also see a few more looks from Anthony Richardson with Pierce out of commission.

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Saquon Barkley Dec 15 5:30pm CT
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Carlton Davis Dec 15 5:20pm CT
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Detroit Lions cornerbacks Khalil Dorsey (ankle) and Carlton Davis III (jaw) won't return to Sunday's meeting with the Buffalo Bills. Davis left to receive a concussion evaluation along with his jaw injury. As a result, Dorsey entered the contest, although he didn't last long before taking a big hit. With the Lions down two players from the secondary, the team will need to get creative the rest of the way, considering the Detroit defense has had issues slowing down the Bills offense through the first half.

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Davante Adams Dec 15 5:00pm CT
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Saquon Barkley Dec 15 5:00pm CT
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Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley (undisclosed) was examined in the blue medical tent during Sunday's meeting with the Steelers. While the team hasn't released an official injury designation, he hasn't returned to the game. Without question, fantasy managers are concerned, especially since he's been a top fantasy producer throughout the 2024-25 campaign. If Barkley doesn't return, he'll finish with 31 yards off seven carries, with Kenneth Gainwell in line for more opportunities out of the backfield.

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Josh Allen Dec 15 4:50pm CT
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Detroit Lions cornerback Carlton Davis III (concussion, jaw) is questionable to return to Sunday's showdown with the Buffalo Bills. The 27-year-old is one of the Lions most dependable defenders, totaling 54 tackles and adding two picks during the 2024-25 campaign. With Josh Allen and the Bills offense currently having no issues putting up points in Week 15, Detroit needs Davis back on the field as soon as possible. But if he can't return, Khalil Dorsey could see more action.

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Aaron Rodgers Dec 15 4:50pm CT
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Patrick Mahomes Dec 15 4:40pm CT
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Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (ankle) will undergo more tests on Monday. The signal-caller suffered a right ankle injury in Sunday's win over the Cleveland Browns. X-rays were negative, which is good. Still, the team is concerned about swelling. Of course, fantasy managers will anxiously await further updates. As such, the team will surely be cautious with the multi-time MVP, so there's a chance he won't be out there when the Chiefs play the Texans in Week 16. If that's the case, Carson Wentz, who had 20 yards off 2-for-2 passing in Week 15, will presumably remain under center.

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Zay Flowers Dec 15 4:40pm CT
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Tua Tagovailoa Dec 15 4:10pm CT
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