Chubb has faced long odds prior to this highly anticipated possible return in the next few weeks. He tore his MCL, meniscus, medical capsule and ACL, repairing each of them in two procedures this past September and November. The Browns' rushing offense could use a boost that the former Second Team NFL All-Pro could provide.

Browns fans got the good news they needed on Monday about their 1-3 team. Beloved running back Nick Chubb, arguably the heart and soul of the Browns, is expected to return to practice on Wednesday after undergoing two surgeries to repair the extensive damage in his knee suffered on a low but legal hit by Minkah Fitzpatrick in Week 2 in Pittsburgh last season.

Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski made it clear that the team won't hurry Nick Chubb back from a serious knee injury