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  • Brian Robinson
  • RB #8
  • Brian
    Robinson
  • QQuestionable
  • Manager: FA
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vs. MIA: #7 vs opposing RB - 17.68 FPA
Bye Week14Rank5% Rostered98.6% Change-0.1WK 12 Pts8.40WK 13 Pts5.30
2023 Fantasy Stats
   PassingRushingReceivingRetMiscFumFantasy
WkOppResultsYdsTDIntYdsTDRecYdsTDTDFumTD2PTLostPts
1ARI
Win, 20-16
---59-171----13.60
2@DEN
Win, 35-33
---872242---1-28.90
3BUF
Loss, 3-37
---70--------7.00
4@PHI
Loss, 31-34
---45126-----13.10
5CHI
Loss, 20-40
---10-433-----8.30
6@ATL
Win, 24-16
---31-2251----13.60
7@NYG
Loss, 7-14
---231-------8.30
8PHI
Loss, 31-38
---59-220-----9.90
9@NE
Win, 20-17
---63114----111.70
10@SEA
Loss, 26-29
---38-61191----27.70
11NYG
Loss, 19-31
---73-759-----20.20
12@DAL
Loss, 10-45
---53-211-----8.40
13MIA
Loss, 15-45
---53--------5.30
14Bye  ------------0.00
15@LA
Sun 1:05 pmGet Tickets
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16@NYJ
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
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17SF
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
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18DAL
TBDGet Tickets
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2023 Fantasy Stats
  RushingReceivingFumFantasy
WkOppYdsTDYdsTDLostPts
1ARI,
W 20-16
59-71-13.60
2@DEN,
W 35-33
87242--28.90
3BUF,
L 3-37
70----7.00
4@PHI,
L 31-34
4516--13.10
5CHI,
L 20-40
10-33--8.30
6@ATL,
W 24-16
31-251-13.60
7@NYG,
L 7-14
231---8.30
8PHI,
L 31-38
59-20--9.90
9@NE,
W 20-17
6314-111.70
10@SEA,
L 26-29
38-1191-27.70
11NYG,
L 19-31
73-59--20.20
12@DAL,
L 10-45
53-11--8.40
13MIA,
L 15-45
53----5.30
14Bye-----0.00
15@LA,
Sun 1:05 pmGet Tickets
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16@NYJ,
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
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17SF,
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
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18DAL,
TBDGet Tickets
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  • 1120.20
  • 128.40
  • 135.30
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News

  • Exits early due to hamstring injury

    The Commanders have ruled out Robinson for the second half of Sunday's game against the Dolphins due to a hamstring injury.

    Analysis: Robinson carried seven times for 53 yards and went without a target through the first two quarters of the game before departing. The extent of Robinson's injury isn't known, but the second-year running back will at least have the benefit of a well-timed Week 14 bye to recover from the health concern before the Commanders return to action Dec. 17 against the Rams. Washington will get by with Antonio Gibson and Chris Rodriguez as its running backs for the remainder of Sunday's contest.

    Published: Sun, Dec 3 at 11:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Held in check in Thanksgiving loss

    Robinson carried the ball 15 times for 53 yards and caught two of three targets for 11 yards in Thursday's 45-10 loss to the Cowboys.

    Analysis: The Commanders kept things fairly close in the first half and were only down 20-10, allowing them to keep Robinson involved in the offense, but once things got away from them after the break the running game became an afterthought. The second-year RB also briefly left the contest in the second quarter to get checked for a concussion, but he was cleared to return. After two straight games with over 100 scrimmage yards, Robinson returned to the mediocre production level he's been stuck in most of…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 23 at 4:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another big day as pass catcher

    Robinson rushed the ball 17 times for 73 yards in Sunday's 31-19 loss to the Giants. He added seven receptions on nine targets for 58 yards.

    Analysis: Robinson saw a season-high 24 touches in the absence of Antonio Gibson (toe) and topped 100 total yards for the second consecutive game as a result. He ripped off gains of 18 and 11 yards on the ground to reach 70 rushing yards for the third time this season. However, for the second consecutive week, his most impressive work came as a pass catcher, as he led the team in targets and receptions while tying for the team lead in receiving yards. Robinson hasn't been all that impressive as a rusher…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 19 at 2:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Career day as receiver

    Robinson took eight carries for 38 yards while catching all six of his targets for 119 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 29-26 loss to Seattle.

    Analysis: Robinson's big day as a pass catcher resulted in a new single-game high in receiving yards while nearly doubling the combined air production from his previous nine contests in one fell swoop. The second-year back did finish with single-digit carries for the third time this season, but he offset the low usage as a rusher by providing a fantasy line most managers would be content with from their top wide receiver. The Alabama product has been a strong contributor through 10 games this season,…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 12 at 5:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores seventh scrimmage TD of 2023

    Robinson rushed 18 times for 63 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 20-17 win over New England. He added one catch for four yards on two targets and lost a fumble.

    Analysis: Robinson sauntered into the end zone untouched from nine yards out to put Washington up 10-0 in the second quarter, but he fumbled on the Commanders' next drive. After scoring only three scrimmage touchdowns in 12 games as a rookie last season, Robinson has seven touchdowns through nine games in his second NFL campaign. Antonio Gibson tied his season high with six rushing attempts in this game, but Robinson remains Washington's top option on the ground heading into a Week 10 trip to Seattle.

    Published: Sun, Nov 5 at 2:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Efficient day on 12 touches

    Robinson rushed 10 times for 59 yards and secured both targets for 20 yards in the Commanders' 38-31 loss to the Eagles on Sunday.

    Analysis: Robinson was highly effective as a runner and also recorded multiple catches for the fourth time in the last five contests. However, the second-year back's opportunities were limited as the game went on, capping Robinson's overall output. Robinson should be the beneficiary of a more favorable game script in a Week 9 road battle against the Patriots.

    Published: Sun, Oct 29 at 3:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Salvages day with TD

    Robinson carried the ball eight times for 23 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 14-7 loss to the Giants.

    Analysis: He also failed to catch his only target. Robinson accounted for the Commanders' only points on the afternoon with a four-yard TD plunge in the fourth quarter, but his longest run went for only six yards, and he was surprisingly out-gained by rookie Chris Rodriguez. Robinson's spot at the top of the depth chart may not be in any immediate danger, but he's been held below 50 rushing yards in four straight contests and is averaging below 4.0 yards per carry for the second straight campaign.…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 22 at 3:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores receiving touchdown in win

    Robinson rushed 10 times for 31 yards and brought in both targets for 25 yards and a touchdown in the Commanders' 24-16 win over the Falcons on Sunday.

    Analysis: Robinson encountered tough sledding on the ground against a feisty Falcons front, but he found the end zone as a receiver for the first time since Week 1 on an impressive 24-yard catch and run early in the third quarter. The second-year back is now in a three-game funk as a runner, as he hasn't eclipsed 45 rushing yards in any contest during that span. Robinson's prospects might be a bit brighter in Week 7, however, as Washington visits the struggling Giants.

    Published: Sun, Oct 15 at 3:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • More production as receiver in loss

    Robinson rushed six times for 10 yards and brought in all four targets for 33 yards in the Commanders' 40-20 loss to the Bears on Thursday night.

    Analysis: Robinson's viability in the ground attack quickly evaporated when the Commanders fell behind by more than three touchdowns in the first half. That helped push him into more of a pass-catching role, resulting in a season high in receptions. Conversely, Robinson's carries and rushing yardage were both low-water marks for him this season, but he should have the benefit of a more normal game script in a Week 6 road matchup against the Falcons on Sunday, Oct. 15.

    Published: Thu, Oct 5 at 10:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone in OT loss

    Robinson carried the ball 14 times for 45 yards and a touchdown and caught both his targets for six yards in Sunday's 34-31 overtime loss to the Eagles.

    Analysis: The running back found paydirt midway through the fourth quarter on a 15-yard run, tying the game at 24-24 and setting up a wild finish. The yardage was Robinson's lowest in four games so far this season, but he's scored four TDs along the way to maintain strong fantasy value. He could be poised for an even bigger performance in Week 5 against a Bears defense that was just gashed for over 100 scrimmage yards and a touchdown by Denver rookie RB Jaleel McLaughlin.

    Published: Sun, Oct 1 at 2:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Efficient on ground in loss

    Robinson rushed 10 times for 70 yards and wasn't targeted in the Commanders' 37-3 loss to the Bills on Sunday.

    Analysis: Robinson was outstanding on a per-touch basis, but game script and his lack of targets capped his overall production. The second-year back has looked appreciably more explosive early this season after playing a shortened rookie campaign due to a leg injury, and prior to Sunday, he'd drawn five targets over the first two games. Robinson and the Commanders have another unenviable matchup when they face the Eagles on the road in a Week 4 road contest.

    Published: Sun, Sep 24 at 3:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Big fantasy day

    Robinson rushed 18 times for 87 yards and two touchdowns while adding 42 yards on two receptions (three targets) in Sunday's 35-33 win over the Broncos.

    Analysis: Robinson helped rally the Commanders to a three-score comeback win with two touchdowns in the second half. The 24-year-old acted as Washington's lead back, receiving 18 of the 20 carries issued to running backs Sunday. Robinson followed up last week's receiving touchdown with a pair of 21-yard receptions, which should be considered a bonus for fantasy managers given his minimal usage as a receiver in past seasons. He'll look to continue his red-hot start to the 2023 season against the Bills…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 17 at 6:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Hauls in TD pass

    Robinson carried the ball 19 times for 59 yards and caught one of two targets for a seven-yard touchdown in Sunday's 20-16 win over the Cardinals.

    Analysis: The second-year running back got Washington on the board late in the first quarter when he slipped out into the flat and gave Sam Howell an open target as the quarterback tried to escape an Arizona pass rush that rang up six sacks on the afternoon. Robinson had only nine catches and one receiving TD in 12 games as a rookie, so that kind of production likely won't become a regular occurrence, but he still appears to be the top option on the ground for the Commanders. He'll look to get into the…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 10 at 4:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Splits with Gibson again

    Robinson took five carries for 21 yards and four catches for 17 yards in Monday's preseason game against the Ravens.

    Analysis: He and Antonio Gibson worked in what appeared close to a 50/50 split, with the latter recording four carries for 15 yards and three catches for 10 yards and a touchdown. It was essentially the same rotation as the previous week, including Robinson being the starter, only with Washington's first unit playing an entire half instead of the first 19 minutes of game time. The split won't necessarily be this even once games count, but the smart money is on Robinson and Gibson both getting a bunch of…read more

    Published: Mon, Aug 21 at 7:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets feet wet Friday

    Robinson carried the ball three times for 16 yards in Friday's preseason win over the Browns.

    Analysis: The start of the game was delayed due to a thunderstorm, but the Commanders elected to send out their first-team offense to begin the night even with wet field conditions. Robinson ended up seeing one less touch than Antonio Gibson (two carries, two receptions) over three drives before the backups took over, perhaps giving an early glimpse at how new offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy plans to split the workload in the backfield. Robinson should remain the primary option on early downs, but…read more

    Published: Sat, Aug 12 at 4:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Feeling healthier for Year 2

    Robinson said Friday that he feels healthier than he ever was last season, ESPN's John Keim reports.

    Analysis: Four months after being drafted in the third round last spring, Robinson was shot in the leg twice in an attempted carjacking two weeks before the start of the regular season. He came back Week 5 and quickly became Washington's lead runner, averaging 17.1 carries for 66.4 yards in 12 games. It sounds like Robinson anticipates being more explosive this year, after averaging only 3.9 yards per carry with a long gain of 24 last season. He also mentioned the likelihood of seeing more targets (12…read more

    Published: Fri, Jul 28 at 12:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Healthy for OTAs

    Robinson (knee) is participating in OTAs without any apparent limitations, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Robinson missed Week 18 of his rookie season with a knee injury, but it may not have had any impact on his offseason plan given that the team never reported that the required surgery. The 2022 third-round pick had an eventful debut campaign, missing the first four games after he was the victim of a shooting before he returned to average 17.1 carries for 66.6 yards (3.9 YPC) over the next 12 games. He caught only nine passes and scored only three times, but Robinson and Antonio Gibson could be…read more

    Published: Wed, May 24 at 12:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out for Week 18

    Robinson (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Dallas, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Antonio Gibson (knee) missed Week 17 and was then placed on injured reserve Thursday, leaving the Commanders with Jonathan Williams and Jaret Patterson as the team's healthy running backs for the season finale. Williams had been the No. 3 option since late November, but that might be more for special-teams reasons and doesn't ensure he'll get more touches than Patterson on Sunday. Robinson, a third-round pick, wraps up his rookie year as the team's leading rusher with 205 carries for 797 yards,…read more

    Published: Fri, Jan 6 at 9:38am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sitting out another practice

    Robinson (knee) wasn't present for Thursday's practice session, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Robinson has now sat out both of the Commanders' first two Week 18 practices, putting his availability in question for Sunday's game against the Cowboys. Even if Robinson demonstrates enough progress in his recovery from the knee injury to suit up this weekend, he could be in store for a more limited role than usual, given that the Commanders have been eliminated from playoff contention and may be reluctant to expose the running back to further injury heading into the offseason. With Washington…read more

    Published: Thu, Jan 5 at 9:28am by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with knee injury

    Robinson was a non-participant at practice Wednesday due to a knee injury.

    Analysis: Neither Robinson nor Antonio Gibson (knee/foot) logged any on-field work to begin Week 18 prep, so the Commanders backfield currently is without its top two options. Gibson sat out Week 17 due to his pair of injuries, while Robinson's health concern is a new one, so the entire situation will be one to watch to get a sense of who may be available Sunday versus the Cowboys. Currently, Jonathan Williams is the only healthy running back on Washington's active roster, and Jaret Patterson is a…read more

    Published: Wed, Jan 4 at 1:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Impressive volume against Browns

    Robinson carried the ball 24 times for 87 yards in Sunday's 24-10 loss to the Browns.

    Analysis: Robinson accounted for 24 of 33 carries by Commnaders' running backs in the absence of Antonio Gibson (knee), which helped him to a mediocre performance despite a lack of big plays. Robinson managed only one carry of more than 10 yards and was limited to 3.6 yards per attempt. Even so, he has at least 80 rushing yards in five of his last seven games.

    Published: Sun, Jan 1 at 4:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Unchallenged in lead role this week

    Robinson should have expanded usage Sunday with Antonio Gibson (knee) unavailable against the Browns, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Gibson was ruled out Friday after missing practice throughout the week. He'd taken a backseat to Robinson in recent weeks anyway, but this could open the door for the rookie to play more snaps and draw more targets. He's averaged 18.1 carries for 76.4 yards over the past seven games, starting each week, but with only 1.0 catch for 6.7 yards on 1.3 targets per game. Touchdowns also have been an issue with Robinson scoring only two from 582 total yards during that seven-game stretch, though that…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 30 at 2:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Bottled up in tough matchup

    Robinson ran for 58 yards on 22 carries and failed to haul in his lone target in Saturday's 37-20 loss to the 49ers.

    Analysis: Robinson was met with brick walls on seemingly every one of his 22 carries (second-highest total this year) against San Francisco's stout front seven Saturday. Backup Antonio Gibson managed just 10 rushing yards on five carries, so the pecking order in Washington's backfield should remain unchanged after an overall down performance from the group. Robinson will attempt to resume his strong rookie campaign against the Browns' porous rushing defense next Sunday (134.3 rushing yards allowed per…read more

    Published: Sat, Dec 24 at 7:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Hits century mark in total yards

    Robinson had 12 carries for 89 yards and caught his lone target for 18 yards in Sunday's 20-12 loss to the Giants.

    Analysis: Robinson came out of Washington's bye week and posted a nearly identical line to his last game against these same Giants back in Week 13. The 2022 third-round selection continued to outproduce and out-touch veteran Antonio Gibson (5/21/0), further establishing himself as the Commanders' lead back and preferred fantasy option. Robinson has hit the century mark in total yards in three consecutive weeks, with his lack of touchdowns -- three through 10 games -- being the only blemish on a strong…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 18 at 9:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared to play in Week 15

    Robinson (quadriceps) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Giants, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

    Analysis: Robinson was limited in all three of Washington's practices coming out of the Week 14 bye, but that won't keep him from playing in the pivotal Week 15 showdown with the Giants. The rookie running back rushed for 96 yards on 15 carries and caught both of his targets for 15 yards against the same opponent in Washington's previous game.

    Published: Fri, Dec 16 at 11:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Another limited practice

    Robinson (quadriceps) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Both Robinson and Antonio Gibson (foot) have logged back-to-back capped sessions this week following a Week 14 bye. Robinson entered the Commanders' in-season respite having recorded between 15 and 26 touches for five consecutive games, including 23 touches for 111 yards from scrimmage in the team's last contest two weeks ago against the Giants, who just so happen to be his opponent this Sunday.

    Published: Thu, Dec 15 at 10:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited with quad injury

    Robinson was a limited practice participant Wednesday with a quadriceps injury, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Antonio Gibson (foot) also was listed as limited on Washington's first practice report after a Week 14 bye. Both running backs appear on track to play Sunday against the Giants, with Robinson the favorite to get more carries after running 39 times for 201 yards between Weeks 12 and 13. That included a 21-96-0 rushing and 2-15-0 receiving line a couple weeks ago against the same Giants defense he'll face Sunday.

    Published: Wed, Dec 14 at 10:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads backfield in tie

    Robinson rushed 21 times for 96 yards and secured both targets for 15 yards in the Commanders' 20-20 tie with the Giants on Sunday. He also committed a fumble that was recovered by Washington.

    Analysis: The rookie once again helmed the backfield, out-carrying Antonio Gibson by a 12-tote margin while also tying his teammate with a pair of receptions, albeit on two fewer targets. Robinson's long run went for a modest 16 yards, so it was a grind-it-out type of effort for the Alabama product. Robinson now has 201 rushing yards on 39 carries in the last two games alone, seemingly affording him an unquestioned lead-back role going into the team's Week 14 bye.

    Published: Sun, Dec 4 at 3:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Thrives in lead role

    Robinson rushed the ball 18 times for 105 yards in Sunday's 19-13 win over the Falcons. He added two receptions for 20 yards and a touchdown.

    Analysis: Robinson led the Washington backfield with 22 touches compared to 12 for Antonio Gibson. That likely had to do with game script, as Washington held a small lead for the majority of the game and was content to keep the ball on the ground in rainy weather. Robinson took advantage of the opportunity by topping 100 rushing yards in a game for the first time in his career while ripping off runs of 21, 12 and 11 yards to get there. He also found his way to the end zone on a 14-yard score to tally…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 27 at 4:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Draws 15 carries

    Robinson ran for 57 yards on 15 carries against Houston on Sunday.

    Analysis: It's disappointing that Robinson couldn't get more going on the ground against Houston's weak run defense, and somewhat concerning that seeming backup Antonio Gibson saw 18 carries to Robinson's 15, and three targets to Robinson's none. Gibson appears to be the team's preferred passing-down target between the two, so Robinson would ideally hold a decisive lead over Gibson as the team's preferred pure runner. The Washington backfield will continue to be a bit perplexing for fantasy managers…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 20 at 1:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Busiest game of young career

    Robinson rushed 26 times for 86 yards and one touchdown in Monday's 32-21 win over the Eagles. He wasn't targeted in the passing game.

    Analysis: After watching Antonio Gibson score from one yard out in the first quarter, Robinson matched that feat late in the second. Robinson was bottled up initially but kept his legs churning and had the wherewithal to reach the ball across the goal line before he was ruled down. The rookie third-round pick out of Alabama set new career highs in carries and rushing yards, so his arrow's pointing up ahead of a juicy Week 11 matchup with Houston's league-worst run defense.

    Published: Mon, Nov 14 at 9:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tough sledding on ground in loss

    Robinson rushed 13 times for 44 yards and brought in both targets for minus-6 yards in the Commanders' 20-17 loss to the Vikings on Sunday.

    Analysis: Robinson was once again mostly stymied on the ground, with his long run of the day going for just six yards. The rookie outpaced backfield mate Antonio Gibson by just two carries overall after checking in second to him in that category Week 8, but he should continue to helm the ground game in a tough Week 10 road matchup against the Eagles on Monday night, Nov. 14.

    Published: Sun, Nov 6 at 3:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Step back in involvement

    Robinson carried the ball eight times for 20 yards in Sunday's 17-16 win over the Colts.

    Analysis: Coming off a 20-carry performance, Robinson took a back seat to Antonio Gibson in Sunday's win. He was completely uninvolved as a receiver and ineffective as a runner, as he averaged only 2.5 yards per carry and his longest rush of the day went for just seven yards. Robinson could continue to serve as the Commanders' lead back moving forward, though this performance highlights the fragility of his production given his lack of involvement as a pass catcher and the continued involvement of Gibson.

    Published: Sun, Oct 30 at 8:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Racks up 22 touches in win

    Robinson rushed 20 times for 73 yards and caught both of his targets for 13 yards in Sunday's 23-21 win over the Packers.

    Analysis: Robinson got nine more touches than Antonio Gibson, but Gibson got into the end zone on a nine-yard catch in the second quarter. Both of Washington's top two running backs should continue to play prominent roles in Week 8 against the Colts and beyond. Robinson's averaging only 3.4 yards per carry through three NFL games, but he's taken on a workhorse role with 37 rushing attempts over the past two games.

    Published: Sun, Oct 23 at 3:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores TD in first start

    Robinson rushed 17 times for 60 yards and a touchdown in the Commanders' 12-7 win over the Bears on Thursday night.

    Analysis: The rookie had a tough time with efficiency against a surprisingly stout Bears front Thursday night, but he did put an exclamation point on his first pro start with a one-yard touchdown run with 7:21 remaining. The score was the first of Robinson's career following the delayed start to his rookie season due to leg injuries suffered in a late-August robbery attempt, but his workload Thursday night suggests there will be plenty more opportunity for him to visit the end zone moving forward.…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 13 at 8:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to draw Week 6 start

    Robinson is expected to serve as Washington's starting running back during Thursday's game against the Bears, Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo of NFL Network report.

    Analysis: During his NFL debut in last week's loss to the Titans after he missed the Commanders' first four games while recovering from two gunshot wounds in his leg, Robinson came off the bench and was part of a three-man backfield committee with starter Antonio Gibson and pass-catching specialist J.D. McKissic. All three backs played between 29 and 41 percent of Washington's offensive snaps against Tennessee, but Robinson could be on tap for at least a slight uptick in playing time at the expense of…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 13 at 12:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads backfield in debut

    Robinson carried the ball nine times for 22 yards in Sunday's 21-17 loss to the Titans.

    Analysis: Robinson made his NFL debut after missing the Commanders' first four games due to a leg injury he sustained during an attempted robbery Aug. 28. It was reported he would be on a pitch count as a result, but he still dominated touches out of the backfield by out-carrying Antonio Gibson 9-3. It has yet to be seen how efficient Robinson can be, but it appears that he should see plenty of opportunity moving forward.

    Published: Sun, Oct 9 at 5:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Facing pitch count in NFL debut

    Robinson (knee) is expected to play about 20 snaps in his NFL debut Sunday against the Titans, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: At least for Week 5, Antonio Gibson is expected to remain the Commanders' starting running back while Robinson, a rookie third-round pick out of Alabama, is eased back in with a limited snap count after missing the first four games of the season while recovering from the two gunshot wounds he sustained to his lower body in an Aug. 28 robbery attempt in Washington, D.C. The Commanders activated Robinson from the reserve/non-football injury list after he resumed practicing this week without any…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 9 at 5:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to make debut

    Robinson will be activated off the reserve/non-football injury list and is expected to make his season debut against the Titans on Sunday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: The Commanders designated Robinson to return to practice earlier this week, setting the stage for Saturday's announcement. The rookie had allegedly earned the starting nod during the preseason prior to sustaining gunshot wounds in his right leg, which required surgery. Through the first four games of the season, both Antonio Gibson and J.D. McKissic have seen work as pass catchers, with the latter registering 19 receptions thus far in 2022. It seems likely the Commanders could ease Robinson…read more

    Published: Sat, Oct 8 at 7:12am by Rotowire.com
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  • Returning to practice

    The Commanders designated Robinson (knee) for return to practice Wednesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Washington will now have a 21-day window to evaluate Robinson in practice, but head coach Ron Rivera has already expressed optimism about the rookie's chances of making his NFL debut Sunday versus Tennessee. Before he sustained gunshot wounds to his right leg and required surgery after he was the victim of an apparent attempted robbery Aug. 28, Robinson appeared positioned to begin the season as the Commanders' lead option on the ground. If he's active this week, Robinson might handle only a…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 5 at 6:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could debut Week 5

    Coach Ron Rivera said Monday it looks "very promising" Robinson (knee) could play Week 5 versus the Titans, Matthew Paras of The Washington Times reports.

    Analysis: Robinson hasn't yet been activated off the reserve/non-football injury list, but it's expected that such a move could be looming, with Nicki Jhabvala of the Washington Post reporting that the rookie running back is in line to participate in practice Wednesday. The Commanders may opt to ease Robinson back into action, but he eventually could eat into the workloads of both Antonio Gibson and J.D. McKissic this season.

    Published: Mon, Oct 3 at 12:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to be activated Week 5

    The Commanders are expected to activate Robinson (knee) from the reserve/non-football injury list Week 5, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Robinson continues to make an encouraging recovery from the two gunshot wounds he suffered to his lower body as the victim of an attempted robbery late August. Washington hasn't offered an official timetable for Robinson's expected return to the field, which would mark his NFL debut, but it will be a notable step in the right direction if he's indeed able to resume practicing next week. When back to full form, Robinson will join a backfield currently helmed by Antonio Gibson and J.D. McKissic.

    Published: Sun, Oct 2 at 3:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • Making progress

    Robinson (knee) has avoided any "ill effects" while ramping up his workload in recent weeks, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Robinson is ruled out through Week 4 on the reserve/non-football injury list but reportedly has a chance to return as soon as he's eligible Week 5. His role at that time partially will depend on the performance of Antonio Gibson, who had 130 total yards in a Week 1 win over Jacksonville before sinking to 41 yards in a Week 2 loss to Detroit.

    Published: Fri, Sep 23 at 10:00am by Rotowire.com
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  • Resumes agility work

    Robinson (knee) took part in agility work off to the side of practices Wednesday and Thursday, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Since he currently resides of the reserve/non-football injury list, Robinson isn't practicing with Washington just yet, but the rookie running back at least seems to be making strong progress while he recovers from the two gunshot wounds he suffered to his lower body when he was the victim of an attempted robbery Aug. 28. Robinson won't be eligible to play in any of the Commanders' first four games, but a return to the field as soon as Week 5 is still a plausible outcome at this stage. In the…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 15 at 9:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Chance to return Week 5

    Robinson (knee) has a "realistic" chance to return to the field Week 5, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Robinson will be out through at least the first four games of the season due to his placement on the reserve/non-football injury list, but the rookie third-round pick may not be sidelined beyond the minimum amount of time while he continues to make good progress in his recovery from being shot twice in the leg during an attempted robbery Aug. 28. While Robinson is on the mend, Antonio Gibson and J.D. McKissic are expected to headline Washington's backfield. Robinson has reportedly already shed…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 11 at 4:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Showing improvement in recovery

    Commanders head coach Ron Rivera said Wednesday that the swelling in Robinson's wounded knee has gone down "an awful lot," and the rookie running back is no longer using crutches to move about, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Just over a week removed from being the victim of a shooting in an apparent attempted robbery, Robinson already appears to be making a swift recovery. Robinson will open the season on the reserve/Non-Football Injury list, meaning he won't be eligible to play in Washington's first four games. Whether he's ready to go for the Commanders' Week 5 matchup with the Titans is still up in the air and will likely depend on how he progresses over the next month. While Robinson is on the mend, Antonio…read more

    Published: Wed, Sep 7 at 7:28am by Rotowire.com
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  • Placed on NFI list

    Washington placed Robinson (lower body) on the reserve/non-football injury list Thursday.

    Analysis: Robinson is recovering from surgery to address wounds sustained during an attempted robbery. He was shot twice in his lower extremities, but reports indicate that he didn't suffer any structural damage. The timing of Robinson's placement on the NFI list rules him out for the first four weeks of the 2022 season. A timetable for Robinson's recovery remains undisclosed, and the Commanders will doubtless refrain from rushing the 2022 third-rounder back, but it leaves the door open for the rookie to…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 1 at 7:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • No timeline to return

    Coach Ron Rivera said Tuesday that the Commanders don't have a timetable for Robinson's recovery from the wounds he sustained during an attempted robbery Sunday in Washington, D.C., John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Robinson was shot twice in his lower extremities during the incident, undergoing surgery and eventually getting released from the hospital Monday. Rivera noted that Robinson didn't suffer any structural damage, and the running back also met with team doctors at the Commanders' facilities Tuesday.

    Published: Tue, Aug 30 at 11:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Released from hospital

    Robinson was released from the hospital Monday, one day after being shot twice in the leg, ESPN's John Keim reports.

    Analysis: Robinson was the victim of an armed robbery attempt in Washington D.C. early Sunday evening. He'll meet with team doctors Tuesday now that he's been released from the hospital.

    Published: Tue, Aug 30 at 8:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • Recovery timetable TBD

    Coach Ron Rivera indicated Monday that there is currently no timeline for Robinson's recovery from gunshot wounds that he sustained Sunday, but he noted that the running back is "doing well" at this stage.

    Analysis: Zach Selby of the Commanders' official site relays that law enforcement reports indicate that Robinson was shot in the leg and glute during an attempted robbery Sunday evening in Washington D.C. Since then, the 2022 third-rounder posted a message on his Instagram account, announcing that his surgery went well. Per John Keim of ESPN.com, a determination on whether to place Robinson on the non-football injury list is expected after the team talks to doctors later Monday. If that occurs, the…read more

    Published: Mon, Aug 29 at 3:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Optimism regarding recovery

    Coach Ron Rivera indicated Monday that doctors are optimistic regarding the recovery of Robinson, who was a shooting victim in an attempted robbery in Washington, D.C. on Sunday, John Keim of ESPN.com reports. In an Instagram post Monday, Robinson relayed that his "surgery went well."

    Analysis: Per Keim, Commanders team officials are slated to talk to doctors later Monday to get a further update on the status of the rookie running back, who sustained wounds to his lower extremities Sunday. At that time, the team plans to make a decision on whether to place Robinson on the non-football injury list. If so, he would miss at least the first four games of the upcoming season.

    Published: Mon, Aug 29 at 8:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Victim of shooting

    Robinson is in stable condition Sunday after he was a shooting victim in an attempted robbery in Washington, D.C., Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: According to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network, Robinson was shot a number of times, including at least twice in the lower-body area. Fortunately for the rookie running back, the resulting injuries aren't life-threatening. Robinson put together a strong training camp and preseason, pushing presumed No. 1 RB Antonio Gibson for early-down and short-yardage work. However, the 2022 third-round pick will now focus on recovering from Sunday's incident.

    Published: Sun, Aug 28 at 4:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not in line to play Saturday

    Robinson isn't slated to play in Saturday's preseason game in Baltimore.

    Analysis: Robinson will join fellow running backs Antonio Gibson, J.D. McKissic and Jonathan Williams in street clothes for the Commanders' exhibition finale. In the first two preseason contests, Robinson had 14 carries for 57 yards (4.1 YPC) and one touchdown while hauling in both targets for 15 yards. It remains to be seen where the rookie third-round pick will stand in the RB pecking order in Washington come Week 1, but he's put himself in a position to be in the mix with Gibson for early down and…read more

    Published: Sat, Aug 27 at 2:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Starts over Gibson

    Robinson got the start at running back in Saturday's 24-14 preseason loss to the Chiefs and rushed eight times for 31 yards.

    Analysis: Robinson started the game and played most of the first three drives, while Antonio Gibson mixed in occasionally over that span. The rookie third-round pick wasn't targeted in the passing game, so he'll likely sit in favor of Gibson and J.D. McKissic in passing situations, but Robinson looks like the favorite to get most of the early-down rushing work for Washington, including the all-important goal-line touches.

    Published: Sat, Aug 20 at 5:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes most of opportunity

    Robinson gained 26 yards on six carries and a touchdown in Saturday's 23-21 preseason loss to the Panthers.

    Analysis: Robinson recorded his first carry on the team's third offensive possession. He ripped off gains of 11, six and five yards before finishing the drive with a one-yard plunge into the end zone. Robinson could continue to earn more of a role in the offense, particularly after Antonio Gibson fumbled deep in Washington's own territory Saturday.

    Published: Sat, Aug 13 at 2:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Getting first-team reps

    Robinson likely will get short-yardage carries this season, and he's already getting extra work in practice while Antonio Gibson recovers from a hamstring injury, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Standig suggests the Commanders want Gibson to get more touches in space and fewer between the tackles, perhaps relying on his excellent athleticism more and his questionable vision less. Robinson could take some of that work off Gibson's plate, with the rookie third-round pick potentially forming a timeshare with J.D. McKissic in the event Gibson's injury woes stretch into the regular season. Robinson reportedly got most of the first-team backfield snaps through the first couple days of…read more

    Published: Fri, Jul 29 at 11:51am by Rotowire.com
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