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49ers Acquire RB Brian Robinson Jr. From Commanders for 2026 Sixth-Round Pick

Washington agrees to cover part of his 2025 pay, underscoring the muted trade market for backs on expiring rookie deals.

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Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. (8) works out during practice at NFL football minicamp
Jul 24, 2025; Ashburn, VA, USA; Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. (8) carries the ball during practice on day two of training camp at OrthoVirginia Training Center at Commanders Park. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images/ File Photo
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Overview

  • Multiple outlets report the teams agreed to the deal, with USA TODAY noting it is pending a physical before becoming official.
  • San Francisco adds a physical runner to back up Christian McCaffrey, giving Kyle Shanahan a short-yardage option and injury insurance.
  • Washington had shopped Robinson through the preseason and held him out of practice and a game while exploring options.
  • The Commanders pivot to a committee led by Austin Ekeler, with Chris Rodriguez Jr. and rookie Jacory Croskey-Merritt positioned for larger roles.
  • Robinson, a 2022 third-round pick who has posted three straight 700-plus yard seasons after returning from a 2022 shooting, heads to the final year of his rookie contract with some 2025 salary retained by Washington.