It’s been a trying year for Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr., who was part of a Washington backfield that included him and Austin Ekeler. Robinson looked forward to the 2024 season with Kliff Kingsbury as the offensive coordinator.
Things started well for both backs. Ekeler made multiple big plays throughout the early portion of the season, while Robinson rushed for over 100 yards in two of the first four games.
Then, injuries happened. First, Robinson dealt with a knee injury that cost him the Week 6 game at Baltimore. Unfortunately, Robinson’s hamstring became a problem, too, exacerbated by the fact it was the same leg as the knee injury. That cost him two more games.
Robinson returned for the Week 11 game at Philadelphia, leading the Commanders with 63 rushing yards and a touchdown. Unfortunately, in Sunday’s loss to the Cowboys, Robinson injured his ankle on his first carry of the game.
He departed but returned. He would carry the ball two more times before his day was done.
Washington returned to practice Wednesday in preparation for its Week 13 game vs. Tennessee. Robinson was on the practice field, albeit on a limited basis. Still, it was good news, considering he injured his ankle only three days ago.
After practice, Robinson offered an update on his chances of playing Sunday.
“It was a surprising day today, actually,” Robinson said. “I was actually able to go out, put strength on it, and move around. I felt pretty good for what I was doing today. I’m just looking forward to making some great progress this week, which I expect to do. If all goes well, yes, I will play Sunday. I am glad I was able to go out there today and move around and see where I was at. I think I’m in a great spot.”
Commanders RB Brian Robinson Jr. has had some bad luck with injuries this season.
Now, BRob is dealing with an ankle injury.
On his status against the Titans, BRob said, “if all goes well, yes, I will play on Sunday…I think I’m in a great spot.” pic.twitter.com/BPmcRgMZd8
— Scott Abraham (@Scott7news) November 27, 2024
What did you expect Robinson to say? Players will always push to play. The Commanders need Robinson on Sunday. They will likely be without Ekeler, who suffered his second concussion of the season at the end of Sunday’s game. Also, the Titans possess one of the NFL’s top defenses.
