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49ers Agree to Trade for Brian Robinson Jr. From Commanders for 2026 Sixth-Round Pick

The move underscores Washington's pivot to in-house backs to gain cap flexibility.

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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

  • Washington will receive a 2026 sixth-round pick, with multiple reports saying the team will cover part of Robinson’s $3.4 million 2025 salary.
  • The agreement is contingent on Robinson passing a physical in San Francisco before the trade is finalized.
  • San Francisco adds a power back to complement Christian McCaffrey after injuries depleted depth behind the star runner.
  • Washington held Robinson out of preseason activities while exploring deals and now leans on Austin Ekeler, Chris Rodriguez Jr. and rookie Jacory Croskey-Merritt.
  • Robinson enters the final year of his rookie contract with 2,329 rushing yards and 15 rushing touchdowns over three seasons, and the move is reported to net Washington about $3.3 million in cap relief.