The story begins with the remnants of a once-vibrant town named after the founding Chubb family. Today, only Chubb Chapel United Methodist Church, the old rock fire department building, and a cemetery remain. The rest of the town was destroyed in the 1916 flood of Big Cedar Creek. Despite the physical loss, the spirit of the community lives on through its resilient and self-sufficient descendants, including Georgia football star Nick Chubb. Known as Nicholas to his family, the Cleveland Browns RB Nick carries the legacy of the original Chubb brothers, who settled in the area in the mid-1800s.
Nick was born to parents Henry Chubb and Lavelle Chubb in Cedartown, Georgia on December 27, 1995. Sadly, after 4 years, he saw his parents getting divorced. But that doesn’t mean he was deprived of being loved by any one of his parents. Henry and Lavelle, who also share three children (Henry Chubb II, Zach Chubb, and Neidra Chubb), besides Nick, keep loving and supporting their children in their respective careers.
Although Nick lived with his mother, he followed the footsteps of his father in building his career. Henry was also a college football player at Valdosta State University. But that’s not all. Nick’s entire family is talented, as besides his father, his brothers, and uncle are all professional football players.
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Let’s talk about Nick Chubb’s father, Henry. He completed high school at Darlington in Rome, where he earned the ‘Honorable Mention All-State as a senior in 1979‘. Imagine the pride he must have felt! Henry’s journey didn’t stop there. He attended Marion Military Institute in Alabama, where he was lucky enough to be coached by Jim Goodman, the first head football coach at Valdosta State. He then followed Goodman to Georgia to join the Valdosta State football program. Well, he didn’t just join the team, he led it by rushing for the first two seasons, amassing 1,143 yards on 221 carries. That’s quite a remarkable achievement!
The Chubb family’s legacy doesn’t end on the football field. In Chubbtown, Henry’s family played a pivotal role in founding the Chubb Chapel United Methodist Church, a cornerstone for the local community. This deep connection to their roots is truly inspiring.
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On the other hand, Nick’s mother, Lavelle Chubb, has been a constant and devoted supporter of her son throughout his football career. She proudly shares his NFL victories on social media, clearly showing she is one of his biggest fans. When Nick entered the NFL in 2022, Lavelle was there to cheer him on, attending his game on October 4, 2022.
As a single mother, Lavelle cherishes spending time with her three children and takes immense pride in being a mom. Her social media reflects this beautifully, showcasing a woman who balances pride, love, and joy in her family.
What do Nick Chubb’s siblings do?
Nick Chubb grew up in Georgia with a family rooted deeply in football. Following their father’s legacy, Nick and his brothers all pursued the sport. His older brother, Henry II, was a cornerback at Troy University, making his mark with notable performances and earning All-State honors. Henry was actually Nick’s stepbrother from his father’s previous marriage.
On the other hand, Zach, another older brother of Nick, played as a defensive back for the Air Force, achieving impressive stats, 34 running touchdowns and more than 2,850 rushing yards in 2011 and accolades in high school 7-AAA All-Region honors, before facing injury challenges. Despite these hurdles and bad phases, Zach treasures family moments happily. He often shares pictures with his daughter on Instagram.
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Apart from these, the Chubb brothers are blessed with one sister, Neidra, who is passionate about fitness and resilience. This powerful mind of Neidra was actually developed when she faced a heartbreak in her life. She lost her child to SIDS in 2018. As it is a painful moment for a new mother, Neidra picked herself up strong for other mothers. She founded the Mommy Strong Foundation to support grieving parents and raise awareness. Indeed, Neidra’s strength shines through as she shares her journey and celebrates life with her second child, creating a legacy of hope and determination.
The Chubb family is truly giving back to society with their charitable foundations, without anything in return!
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