Even with Antonio Gibson and J.D. McKissic slated to line up behind Carson Wentz this season, the Washington Commanders added to their running back depth in Brian Robinson Jr in the third round of the NFL Draft on Friday night.
Despite the competition at the position, he could be a key contributor to Washington’s offense this season fresh off a season at Alabama. Here’s your cheat sheet with everything you need to know about the newest member of the Burgundy & Gold:
1. He follows a long line of star Alabama RBs
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.