Overview

• Brian Robinson Jr. did not play against the Bengals by mutual decision with the team, keeping a potential trade in play before final roster reductions.
• Multiple reports say Washington has been shopping the fourth-year back, who is in the final season of his rookie deal with a $3.4 million base salary.
• Coaches point to a crowded backfield featuring Austin Ekeler, Jeremy McNichols, Chris Rodriguez Jr. and fast-rising rookie Jacory Croskey-Merritt.
• League reporting indicates any return would likely be a late-round pick or pick swap, and ESPN notes cutting Robinson is possible if no deal materializes.
• Analysts have identified potential landing spots that include the Cowboys, Chiefs, Texans, 49ers, Chargers and Bears.