Nick Chubb

It's often said that the game's greatest running backs have mastered the art of "getting stronger" as the game progresses; in audition No. 1 in front of Houston's home crowd — on Monday Night Football, no less — Nick Chubb confirmed that theory to be true. Elite enough to boast a 5.9 yards per carry average in fourth quarters over his Pro Bowl career, Chubb again cemented his greatness, powering through Tampa Bay's defense for a go-ahead, 25-yard touchdown. The celebrated eight-year runner was heroic, even in the Texans' 20-19 loss to the Buccaneers, as he turned in a 72-yard effort (on 14 touches) and a score on Sept. 15, 2025.