Bradley Chubb tore his left ACL on Sunday, seven years to the day since he sustained the exact same season-ending injury while in high school.
The Broncos outside linebacker — who admitted crying heavily upon receiving the news that his second professional season would be cut short after four games — took that as an omen. After posting a franchise rookie record 12 sacks last year, Chubb said the injury is “a humbling experience” that’s re-stoked his fire.
“That (high school injury) made me who I am today,” Chubb said. “I was in the hospital bed not knowing if I was going to get college offers and look where I am now.