He is able to practice every day for Washington. [12][13], In the 2020 season, Robinson continued to be the second running back to Harris. [19] In the following game against Texas A&M, he had 207 scrimmage yards in the 4138 loss. Brian attended Hillcrest High School for his high school education. Most rushing yards in the #CFBPlayoff 1. Contee partially credited the arrest to a community tip received by police but wouldn't go into detail on the nature of the tip. On Sept. 4, 2015, Brian Robinson Jr. arrived. The two juveniles fled the scene, and officers recovered a firearm nearby, police said. He got up and walked past a table displaying a hat for all 32 NFL clubs, headed for the patio, and confidently declared: Im going to be in the Pro Bowl anyway. He is in good spirits and wanted me to thank everyone for their kind words, prayers & support. With that, the tone for what would turn into an excruciatingly long night had been set. [33] As a rookie, he appeared in 12 games and started nine. Brian Robinson . He had a total of 87 carries in 26 games his first two seasons with the Crimson Tide. Robinson, 23, was shot twice in the right leg on Aug. 28 near a lively strip of clubs, bars and restaurants along H Street in northeast Washington. Commanders head coach Ron Rivera visited with Robinson, who he said was in good spirits.. Robinson joined a crowded backfield at Alabama. The Commanders put Robinson on the non-football injury (NFI) list following the shooting which allowed him to sit out the first four games of the season and avoid rushing back from the injury. Amazing. pic.twitter.com/8T3HI7FIyt. VIDEO: Alabama football's 2019 schedule includes Duke, LSU, Auburn, Alabama RB Brian Robinson Jr. ready for elevated role after 'humbling' first two years, Alabama sophomore running back Brian Robinson has 'improved tremendously', Alabama seeks to improve ground game after pedestrian showing in opener, Keilan Robinson: 5 things to know about the Alabama football running back, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. His draft stock with NFL scouts spiked as a result, and his patience would be rewarded all over again with the draft. Robinson Jr. was shot on H Street back in August. Video: https://t.co/v1l0gQtxA0 pic.twitter.com/rPD3ULyIKv. Thanks for all who assisted in making DC safer with this arrest! Prior to the start of his rookie season, Robinson was shot twice during an armed robbery after leaving a restaurant and returned to the team less than two months later. He has made so much progress! Did you encounter any technical issues? They did confirm that he was actually 14 years old at the time of the August shooting. "I'm just so proud of the way he stuck it out," said his father, Brian Robinson Sr., who. The bullet that went into his glute became lodged there, and doctors were able to remove it. The call had at last come, and the Commandersone of seven NFL clubs that hosted Robinson on a pre-draft visitrestarted the party. He wants his teammates to know he appreciates them all for reaching out and he loves them all & will be back soon doing what he does best, Rivera said on Twitter. At a bulky 6-foot-1 and 225 pounds, Robinson uses his physicality to break tackles and speed past linebackers. Someone pulled the amplifier off the patio and into the house, and blasted the volume many times louder than Kiper. At the end of that month, he was able to return to the field and get into game action against the Titans. Robinson Jr. was born in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, on March 22, 1999, to Brian Robinson Sr. and Kimberly Little. Brian Robinson Jr. weighs 225 lbs (102 kg). Brian Robinson Jr. was born in Tuscaloosa, AL. MPD announces an arrest in an Assault With Intent to Rob while Armed (Gun) offense that occurred on 8/28/22, in the 1000 blk of H St, NE. What happened to Brian Robinson Jr.? [24], Robinson was selected by the Washington Commanders in the third round (98th overall) of the 2022 NFL Draft, as one of three picks the New Orleans Saints had traded to acquire the pick they used to draft Chris Olave. This comes four days after the rookie made his season debut. ", "Commanders rookie RB Brian Robinson to play on Sunday vs. Titans", "Commanders RB Brian Robinson Jr. scores 1st career TD, a game-winner, 46 days after being shot twice", "Commanders RB Brian Robinson Jr. racks up big yards and wears a big hat", "Brian Robinson Jr. Named Sports Illustrated's Inspiration of the Year", "Commanders to honor Brian Robinson Jr. with 'Ed Block Courage Award', https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Brian_Robinson_Jr.&oldid=1150712435, Career statistics and player information from, This page was last edited on 19 April 2023, at 18:38. Robinson has already returned to the field. [3][4][5], In his collegiate debut against Vanderbilt, Robinson scored his first collegiate rushing touchdown in the 590 victory. He is one week away from being eligible to come off the NFI list. Published Robinson not only avoided life-threatening complications from the injuries, but he also avoided a long timetable for a return to action. All Rights Reserved. A day earlier, he was just another promising young running back trying to make his way at Hillcrest High School, which is . But Robinson is no stranger to waits. Robinson Jr. was drafted in the third round of the 2022 NFL Draft out of the University of Alabama. [18] On October 2, against Ole Miss, he had 36 carries for 171 rushing yards and four rushing touchdowns in the 4221 victory. During the robbery attempt, the suspects fired their handguns, striking the victim. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. It was anticipated that Robinson would have to fight to unseat Gibson from his role as the primary ball-carrier in Washington's offense. The 15-year-old suspect is the second teen arrested in connection with the August shooting and attempted robbery, He too is tied to a separate homicide. He receives a standing ovation after entering the field and enters the field to 50 Cent's "Many Men. Robinson Jr.'s biggest accomplishment came during his junior season where he recorded 447 rushing yards on 29 carries in a 41-40 loss to Clay-Chalkville, who . They were 16-years-old and 14-years-old, respectively, at the time of the incident, police said. McKissic is a reliable, sturdy veteran who was one of Washingtons best offensive players this past year. The highly touted third-round draft pick underwent surgery and sat out the first month of the NFL season. D.C. police released photos captured by a nearby surveillance camera of the suspects in the shooting of Brian Robinson and the car in which they fled. One of the only ways to hold Brian Robinson Jr. back, apparently pic.twitter.com/zWmP5veQM5, Brian Robinson is back. OK, before Atlanta fans stomp off to immolate my Twitter account, let's get one thing clear. Or, as it were, hours. Brian Robinson Jr. shooting suspect After a two-month search, D.C. police announced on Nov. 2 that they had apprehended Robinson's assailant. Surveillance image of two suspects wanted in shooting. Brian, a four-star prospect, committed to play for Alabama University. He attended Hillcrest High School, where he rushed for 990 yards and 18 touchdowns as a senior and was named second team Class 6A All-State. Celebrate Nick Saban's 15 epic seasons at Alabama football with our special book! Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) August 29, 2022. Washington Football Talk Podcast|Listen and Subscribe|Watch on YouTube, Robinson is tough to bring down. Aug. 30 Robinson is released from the hospital. An update from Brian [35][36], "For Najee Harris and Brian Robinson, patience is about to pay off", "Brian Robinson Jr.: 3 facts on the Alabama football running back", "Signing with Alabama a dream come true for Hillcrest's Brian Robinson", "4-Star Brian Robinson Commits to Alabama: Tide Continue to Make Case as RB U", "Four-star RB Brian Robinson not afraid of competition at Alabama", "Alabama at Vanderbilt Box Score, September 23, 2017", "Alabama sophomore running back Brian Robinson has improved tremendously", "Brian Robinson Jr. was patient at Alabama. Even despite this, Robinson was able to return to the field for Washington in relatively short order. Robinson, who was drafted by the Commanders in the third round out of Alabama, has rushed for 175 yards and a touchdown so far this season. 2023 Cable News Network. In his redshirt senior season in 2021, Robinson not only rushed for a tenacious 1,343 yards and 14 touchdowns, he also hauled in 35 passes for almost 300 yards and two TDs. Robinson took to the quiet of the patio to soak in his future in Washington. Shortly after 10 p.m., with the threat of the wait dragging into Day 3 looming minutes away, Robinson walked back in and reached over 31 other hats that had passed on him. Brian Robinson - 6-1, 228 Antonio Gibson - 6-2, 220 Jonathan Williams - 6-0, 217 Chris Rodriguez Jr. - 6-0, 217 Nicki Jhabvala @NickiJhabvala The rookie running back "was able to wrestle a firearm away" from one of the assailants. Find out more about how we use your personal data in our privacy policy and cookie policy. Brian Robinson Jr.'s Dynasty Outlook and Value. Full list of Mr. Irrelevants in NFL draft history: Is Brock Purdy already the best final pick? Follow on Twitter @chasegoodbread. The Commanders confirmed the incident in a statement Sunday evening. Brian earns a salary of $1,492,912. [7][8], In the 2018 season, Robinson carved out a role as Alabama's fourth running back. One struck him in the glute while another went into his knee. Five years and a heck of a lot of hardware later, Robinson has completed his collegiate journey and ready to take on new challenges for the Commanders. McKissic. Bleacher Report described him as a tough runner with good play strength. Brian Robinson Jr.'s story is one of perseverance. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. FOX 5 has learned that the 15-year-old arrested and charged in connection with the shooting of Washington Commanders rookie Brian Robinson Jr. is also connected to the October murder of a D.C. teen. There was a relief.". Robinson drooped, weak-kneed from the moment, as his mother Kimberly helped him stand. He explained that the five-week lay-off in the early stages of his rookie season weighed on him both physically and mentally. Robinson Jr. was born on March 22, 1999, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Brian Robinson Jr. is a running back for the National Football League's Washington Commanders (NFL). He is transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries and is said to be in stable condition. Kimberly Little, Brian Robinson Jr.'s incredible mother, has been his rock since the beginning. Instead, Robinson found himself fighting for his life and livelihood as the preseason wound to a close. Football is not important here, but since we cover football: Robinson has not been ruled out for playing at some point this season. 32 lingering post-draft questions: Will Lions have regrets? D.C. police released images of the. NFL POWER RANKINGS: Where Commanders rank heading into NFL Week 6. The Commanders issued a statement on Robinson's condition and he posted an update himself after undergoing minor surgery to clean up the bullet wounds. He will miss at least the team's first four games of the season. Brian Robinson Jr. was born on March 22, 1999. Take a look at some of Robinsons carries in that game to see why Ron Rivera and Martin Mayhew were so high on the 23-year-old: Much like the guy who hell be sharing a room with in Washington, Robinson can double as a pass-catching back, as he showed repeatedly at Alabama. Despite this, Washington coach Ron Rivera admitted that his players were shaken by the news that Robinson had been hurt. @charleslenojr72 on hype duty @saahdiq x @BrianR_4 0:17 49.8K views The 15-year-old suspect was one of two teens arrested earlier this month in connection with the shooting and attempted robbery of the. https://t.co/9ah239gNcY Robinson Jr. posted a. Six weeks ago, Brian Robinson Jr. was shot in an attempted armed robbery. 2021: Primarily played defensive end with a hand on the ground as a sophomore. He's a powerful runner that doesn't go down easy. McKissic and Antonio Gibson. Heres your cheat sheet with everything you need to know about the newest member of the Burgundy & Gold: Though he played all four years at the best program in the country, Robinson enters the NFL having largely flown under the radar until his upperclassmen days. I had to relax and sit back and just wait, and I did think about all the patience I had to use at Alabama a few times during the night, Robinson said minutes later. One thing going for Robinson to get more carries is because he's tough to bring down. In the interim, John Brewster Robinson fought in World War II, was married for 70-plus years, raised three sons, built hundreds of model airplanes, and worked a full career for AT&T. He's been. Brian Robinson Jr. NFL Draft Profile Position: Running Back School: Alabama Current Year: Redshirt Senior Height: 6'1 5/8 Weight: 226 pounds Wingspan: 77 3/8 Length: 32 1/8 Hand: 9 3/4 Brian Robinson Jr. READ MORE: Washington Commanders RB Brian Robinson makes NFL debut Sunday weeks after being shot. Robinson was the victim of a violent crime in Washington D.C. during which he was shot twice. [28] On August 28, 2022, Robinson was shot in the knee and glute during an armed robbery involving two men after leaving a restaurant in the Near Northeast neighborhood of Washington, D.C. shortly before 6p.m. [21] In the next game, against Tennessee in the Third Saturday in October, he had 26 carries for 107 rushing yards and three rushing touchdowns in the 5224 victory. Sept. 28 Robinson stretches with his teammates at practice. That is part of what thwarted the attempted robbery before the two suspects could steal anything. Robinson Jr. has just one photo of his father on social media. He did not play in the teams final preseason game against the Baltimore Ravens Saturday night. The Commanders were able to snag McKissic back after a proposed deal with Buffalo on a two-year, $7 million deal this past March. CNN has reached out to the NFL for comment. Scouting Report Let me list some names to you: Derrick Henry, Kenyan Drake, Bo Scarbrough, Josh Jacobs, Damien Harris, Najee Harris. Discovery Company. Im just so proud of the way he stuck it out, said his father, Brian Robinson Sr., who admitted seeing much of himself in his son. Brian Robinson Jr. (born March 22, 1999) is an American football running back for the Washington Commanders of the National Football League (NFL). [34] He was named the 2022 Inspiration of the Year by Sports Illustrated and was voted Washington's Ed Block Courage Award by his teammates. Oct. 5 Robinson officially returns to Commanders practice. On Aug. 28 at around 6 p.m. 12:57 AM EDT, Tue August 30, 2022. RB Brian Robinson Jr. has officially been designated to return to practice Washington Commanders (@Commanders) October 5, 2022 Robinson, a third-round pick out of Alabama in the 2022 NFL. Prototypical frame and has added good weight throughout the course of his high school career. ET. Oct. 4 Ron Rivera says there is "a very good chance" that Robinson plays in Week 5 against the Titans. A lot of the news was positive.". But if recent history has told us anything, Alabama products (and running backs in particularhello, Derrick Henry) tend to do quite well in the pro ranks. Released From Hospital; When Will He Return? Brian Robinson Jr Parents. It is revealed that he suffered no structural damage as a result of the shooting, per ESPN. Most importantly, the bullet that hit Robinson's knee was able to exit cleanly. At Hillcrest High School, Robinson rushed for 990 yards and 18 touchdowns as a senior. Robinson was born in Tuscaloosa, the home of the Crimson Tide. It doesnt matter who takes me or when they take me.. [11] As a junior, Robinson rushed 96 times for 441 yards and five rushing touchdowns while catching 11 passes for 124 receiving yards. Reach Chase Goodbread @cgoodbread@gannett.com. There are no details about his mother is revealed, So we can't state his mother's name here. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. Since the suspect is a juvenile, Contee would not provide his name or any details of his legal history. "It's definitely closure, only because it was so random," Robinson said. src="https://www.facebook.com/tr?id=674090812743125&ev=PageView&noscript=1"/>. In a phone interview with FOX 5, D.C. Did Pats make Mac Jones happy? Eventually, the younger crowd in the family ditched the draft for some poolside hip hop music booming from a powerful amplifier thatreverberated through the house, while the older crowd stayed glued to the TV. [27] He signed his four-year rookie contract on May 18, 2022. Still, there is "no timeline" on his return, per Rivera, but NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports that he is "not ruled out" for the season. He was shot in the glute and lower leg, sources say, both non-life threatening. . The police released photos of two people they believe to be suspects in the shooting on Aug. 29. The Washington Post first reported that in a Tuesday hearing, a judge ordered the 15-year-old suspect arrested and charged in Robertson Jr.s murder to remain in prison because hes associated with another criminal investigation. The Associated Press contributed to this report. pic.twitter.com/4GoKxZTGGi. The Post is reporting and a trusted source confirmed with FOX 5 that the other criminal investigation the judge mentioned is the shooting of Robinson Jr. Robinson Jr. was shot on H Street back in August. The 15-year-old suspect was one of two teens arrested earlier this month in connection with the shooting and attempted robbery of the professional football player. Oct. 2 NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports that Robinson is expected to be activated ahead of Week 5. Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. suffered two gunshot wounds in August during an attempted robbery. Has experience playing different positions and roles within a defense but most likely, he will end up playing on the EDGE in college. Though hampered by injuries, Robinson roughly equaled his output of the previous four years, leading the SEC in carries and touchdowns. 5 things to know about new Commanders RB Brian Robinson Jr. snag McKissic back after a proposed deal with Buffalo. Discovery Company. Still, Washington didn't want to rush him back into action. He played college football at Alabama, where he was a two-time national champion before being selected by the Commanders in the third round of the 2022 NFL Draft. Bills sign veteran RB Murray to one-year deal, LB Barrett's 2-year-old daughter drowns in pool, Deion 'ashamed' after only 1 HBCU player drafted, Sources: NFL eyes May 11 to release schedule, Jets coach Saleh: Rodgers making 'presence felt', Cowboys scout emotional as team drafts his son, Rams use 'Mr. He also says that swelling in the 23-year-old's lower body has gone down "an awful lot.". Rivera notes that the commanders have no plans to rush him back to action because they are "making sure it was about him recovering, not just physically but mentally" from the incident. His mum is a medical practitioner with over 2 decades worth of experience. [32] He recorded his first career 100-yard rushing game in a Week 12 win over the Atlanta Falcons. RB Brian Robinson Jr. has been activated from the Reserve/Non-Football Injury List Washington Commanders (@Commanders) October 8, 2022 Robinson practiced with the team Thursday, his first . We ask that you please respect Brians privacy at this time, the Commanders said. Washington, D.C. police announced the second arrest of a teen related to the shooting of Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. on Friday. Police did not connect the 15-year-old to any other criminal investigations when they announced his arrest. Brian Robinson Jr. Marvin Harrison Jr., WR, Ohio State (6-3, 202 pounds) It's not just the Hall of Fame name. DESTIN, Fla. On a massive, 85-inch flatscreen, Mel Kiper barked with his expertise on the fate of roughly 200 college football players who were still waiting on the call of a lifetime. pic.twitter.com/Ep60CqN439. I just got done visiting w/Brian. Sept. 25 Robinson is spotted working out before Washington's Week 3 game: Brian Robinson Jr. In the College Football Playoff semifinal vs. Cincinnati, Robinson jetted for 204 yards off just 26 carries, lifting the Crimson Tide to a 27-6 victory. Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. sustained non-life-threatening injuries, his team said Sunday. He played college football at Alabama, where he was a two-time national champion before being selected by the Commanders in the third round of the 2022 NFL Draft. MORE: Alex Smith rips Ron Rivera for "driving the bus" over Carson Wentz. Harllee Harper said that at the moment, city leaders are looking into every "touch point" or every single agency that has a hand in when a juvenile is arrested to review whats being done. FOX 5's Stephanie Ramirez has the story. [9] Robinson gained 272 yards and two touchdowns on 63 carries in his sophomore season. "My heart goes out to the families of the victims of these cases, and it hits even harder when you know that juveniles are involved," Harllee Harper said. 2. [14] Alabama won their second national title during his time there. There, he played college football. He rated as a four-star recruit and the No. Alabama's Brian Robinson after being picked by Washington Commanders. Running Routes. [23] He finished the 2021 season with 271 carries for 1,343 rushing yards, and 14 rushing touchdowns to go along with 35 receptions for 296 receiving yards and two receiving touchdowns. Carmen Mandato/Getty Images. Bijan Robinson is a fantastic football player. Yes, it would be a tall order to expect Robinson to live up to the standards set by that trio. CNN Sans & 2016 Cable News Network. He finished with 205 carries for 797 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns to go along with nine receptions for 60 receiving yards and one receiving touchdown. Aug. 29 Robinson undergoes minor surgery to address the wounds he sustained in the shooting. [6] As a freshman, Robinson rushed for 165 yards and two touchdowns as a reserve player behind Najee Harris and Josh Jacobs as Alabama went on to win the 2018 CFP National Championship Game. [10], In the 2019 season, Robinson became Alabama's second running back, only behind Najee Harris. You can find him on Twitter @BlakeMorgan123. It made me feel a lot better to know who did it.". "It's definitely closure, only because the situation was so random," he said, via Sam Fortier of the Washington Post. The NFL drafted elite player displays the runs pretty exclusive to the highly qualified professionals. Here's a run-down of exactly what happened to him and how he returned to the field so quickly for the Commanders. It was hard for me to believe, Robinson told Tuscaloosa News in 2017. It was reported that his injuries were non-life-threatening shortly after the shooting; he was also said to be in stable condition. The shooting took place in the afternoon, and right across the street from a school as children were present. Irrelevant' pick on Toledo's Johnson, Chargers go all-in on TCU with Duggan pick in 7th, 10 fantasy football breakout players for 2023, Will Levis opens up about emotional draft day, Steelers' first draft under Omar Khan was 'aggressive' and achieved high marks, After hoopla of going No. If you would like to customise your choices, click 'Manage privacy settings'. Harrison has the massive game to match, literally, with his size, speed and strength to dominate as a No . Police released a surveillance photo of two suspects as well as of the car they allegedly used to flee the scene. One of those remaining suspects was described by Contee as the "getaway driver" in what appeared to be an attempted armed robbery or carjacking. Despite the severe-sounding nature of the injuries, Robinson was able to escape with relatively little damage. His volume didnt nearly match that of Kipers, but with extended family gathered all around Robinson, ESPNs longtime draft expert lost everyones attention to the man of the hour.
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