A day after the Commanders’ preseason finale, in anticipation of a big role this regular season, rookie running back Brian Robinson Jr. was shot multiple times as the victim of an attempted robbery, according to NFL Media and NBC Sports Washington. A third-round draft pick out of Alabama this spring, Robinson is in stable condition with non-life-threatening injuries after an apparent attempted carjacking, according to ESPN. Robinson, 23, is now hospitalized after at least two bullets struck his lower body during the attempted robbery, according to Tom Pelissero. His immediate future on the field is unclear. The Governors issued the following statement: We have been informed that Brian Robinson Jr. was the victim of an attempted armed robbery or carjacking in Washington, DC He suffered non-life-threatening injuries and is currently being treated at the hospital, where team members are on the scene with him . We ask that you respect Brian’s privacy at this time. Robinson emerged this summer as the clear front-runner for the top running back job in Washington, even with incumbent Antonio Gibson coming off a 1,000-yard season. He totaled 16 touches during the Commanders’ first two preseason games, alternating with Gibson as the club’s first-team punter throughout training camp. At the very least, he was expected to open 2022 as Gibson’s regular complement in both the run and pass game. Check the opt-in box to confirm you want to join.
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A two-time national champion at Alabama, Robinson spent five seasons with the Crimson Tide before entering the NFL, notably eclipsing 1,400 rushing yards as a full-time starter in 2021. With Robinson out, veteran JD McKissic, a pass rusher, is likely to see an increase in snaps next to Gibson.
