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Commanders Sit Brian Robinson Jr. for Preseason Game as Trade Talks Advance

Backfield depth plus a contract year push Washington to explore modest trade options before cutdowns.

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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
Brian Robinson Jr. #8 of the Washington Commanders lines up during an NFL Football game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on January 18, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan.
Running back Brian Robinson Jr. #8 of the Washington Commanders celebrates during the first half of an NFL football divisional playoff game against the Detroit Lions, at Ford Field on January 18, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan.

Overview

  • Robinson and the team mutually agreed he would not play Monday against the Bengals as a pre–Aug. 26 trade remains possible, per NFL Network.
  • Multiple outlets say Washington has been shopping the 26-year-old, after FOX Sports’ Jordan Schultz first reported the outreach.
  • ESPN reports a release is on the table if no trade materializes, signaling a near-term decision on Robinson’s roster status.
  • Rookie Jacory Croskey-Merritt’s emergence and a deep group featuring Austin Ekeler, Chris Rodriguez Jr. and Jeremy McNichols have reduced the urgency to keep Robinson.
  • Robinson is in the final year of his rookie deal at about $3.4 million; league reporting projects only a late pick or pick swap in return, with media speculating on fits such as the Chiefs, Cowboys, Texans, Chargers, 49ers and Bears.