Brian Robinson Jr., a running back for the Washington Commanders of the National Football League, was born on March 22, 1999. He was a two-time CFP national champion while playing collegiate football at Alabama before being chosen by the Commanders in the third round of the 2022 NFL Draft.
Robinson was shot twice during an attempted carjacking prior to the start of his rookie season after leaving a restaurant, but he joined the team over a month later.
Robinson Jr. was born in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, on March 22, 1999. He went to Hillcrest High School, where his senior year saw him carry for 990 yards and 18 touchdowns, earning him a spot on the second team of the Class 6A All-State.
The Washington Commanders selected Robinson in the third round (98th overall) of the 2022 NFL Draft. On May 18, 2022, he agreed to a four-year rookie contract.
Robinson was shot in the knee and glute on August 28, 2022, after leaving a restaurant in Washington, D.C.’s Near Northeast neighborhood just before 6 p.m. EDT. Two individuals were involved in the attempted carjacking.
The following day, he was released from MedStar Washington Hospital Center after sustaining no potentially fatal injuries.
Robinson missed the season’s first four games before playing in his first NFL game against the Tennessee Titans in Week 5, rushing nine times for 22 yards. The following week, he scored against the Chicago Bears for the first time in his career.
What Is Brian Robinson’s Position?
Running back Brian Robinson Jr. plays for the National Football League’s Washington Commanders.
What Is Brian Robinson Jersey Number?
Robinson previously wore No. 4 on his Alabama suit, but for his rookie campaign, he will wear No. 8. The Washington Commanders tweeted their announcement.
Robinson received his new jersey number less than a day after being selected. He will now wear No. 8, after sporting No. 4 at Alabama.