Commanders rookie Brian Robinson Jr. fired multiple times in attempted robbery, reports say

A day after attending the Commanders preseason finale in anticipation of a big role this regular season, rookie running back Brian Robinson Jr. was shot multiple times as he was the victim of an attempt flight, according to NFL Media and NBC Sports Washington. A third-round draft pick at Alabama this spring, Robinson is in stable condition with non-life-threatening injuries after an apparent carjacking attempt, by ESPN.

Robinson, 23, is now hospitalized after at least two bullets hit his lower body during the attempted robbery, from Tom Pelissero. His immediate future on the pitch is unclear.

Robinson emerged this summer as the apparent favorite for Washington’s top running back, even with starter Antonio Gibson fresh off a 1,000-yard season. He totaled 16 touches in the Commanders’ first two pre-season games, rotating with Gibson as the club’s first-team ball carrier throughout training camp. At the very least, he was expected to open 2022 as a regular complement to Gibson in both the running and passing game.

A two-time national champion at Alabama, Robinson spent five seasons with the Crimson Tide before entering the NFL, notably eclipsing 1,400 rushing yards as a full-time starter in 2021.

In Robinson’s absence, veteran pass-catching specialist JD McKissic should see an increase in touches alongside Gibson.