History of Brian Robinson Jr. in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 24, 2026

Brian Robinson Jr., nicknamed "B Rob", is a professional football running back currently playing for the San Francisco 49ers. He played college football at Alabama, winning two national championships. Drafted by the Washington Commanders in the third round of the 2022 NFL draft, Robinson faced adversity before his rookie season, surviving being shot in an armed robbery. He made a remarkable return to the team just two months later, showcasing his resilience and determination. His career highlights include demonstrating perseverance in the face of a life-threatening event, making him an inspiring figure in sports.

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March 22, 1999: Brian Robinson Jr. Born

On March 22, 1999, Brian Kabir Robinson Jr., nicknamed "B Rob", was born. He is an American professional football running back.

2018: Fourth Running Back

During the 2018 season, Robinson became Alabama's fourth running back, gaining 272 yards and two touchdowns on 63 carries.

2018: Won 2018 CFP National Championship Game

In 2018, Robinson scored his first collegiate rushing touchdown. As a freshman, he rushed for 165 yards and two touchdowns. Alabama won the 2018 CFP National Championship Game.

2019: Second Running Back

In the 2019 season, Robinson became Alabama's second running back. He rushed 96 times for 441 yards and five rushing touchdowns, while catching 11 passes for 124 receiving yards.

2020: Second National Title

In the 2020 season, Robinson continued to be the second running back. Alabama won their second national title during his time there. He totaled 91 carries for 483 rushing yards and six rushing touchdowns.

2021: Featured Back for Alabama

In 2021, Robinson became Alabama's featured back. On October 2, against Ole Miss, he had 36 carries for 171 rushing yards and four rushing touchdowns. He was named the most valuable player of the 2021 Cotton Bowl Classic after rushing for 204 yards. He finished the season with 271 carries for 1,343 rushing yards, and 14 rushing touchdowns.

May 18, 2022: Signed Rookie Contract

On May 18, 2022, Robinson signed his four-year rookie contract with the Washington Commanders.

August 28, 2022: Shot During Armed Robbery

On August 28, 2022, Robinson was shot in the knee and glute during an armed robbery after leaving a restaurant in Washington, D.C. He suffered no life-threatening damage and was discharged from MedStar Washington Hospital Center the following day.

2022: Inspiration of the Year

In 2022, Robinson appeared in 12 games and started nine as a rookie. He was named the 2022 Inspiration of the Year by Sports Illustrated and voted Washington's Ed Block Courage Award winner.

2022: Drafted by Washington Commanders

In 2022, Robinson was selected by the Washington Commanders in the third round of the NFL draft. Prior to his rookie season, he was shot twice during an armed robbery and returned to the team two months later.

2023: Six Receptions

In Week 10 of the 2023 season, Robinson had six receptions for 119 yards and a touchdown in the 29–26 loss to the Seahawks. He started 15 games during the season, finishing with 178 carries for 733 rushing yards and five rushing touchdowns with 36 receptions for 368 receiving yards and four receiving touchdowns.

2024: Career Highs

In 2024, Robinson finished the regular season with new career highs of 799 rushing yards and eight rushing touchdowns over 14 games. Robinson recorded 77 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns in the Divisional round win over the Detroit Lions that advanced Washington to the NFC Championship Game.