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Former Alabama RB Brian Robinson signs rookie contract for Commanders

Brian Robinson Jr. (#4) celebrates rushing TD for Alabama versus Ole Miss
Picture by Crimson Tide Photos

Brian Robinson has the ink dried on his rookie contract for the Washington Commanders.

The former Alabama running back signed his deal Wednesday per Aaron Wilson of Pro Football Network.

Robinson got selected at No. 98 overall in the third round of the NFL Draft by the Commanders.

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His contract is for four years and is worth $5.04 million. Robinson will pocket an $849,024 signing bonus. He waited for his opportunity to be Alabama’s starting running back, and he took advantage of his moment in 2021. The 6-foot-2, 225-pounder recorded 1,343 yards rushing and 14 touchdowns on 271 carries. Robinson averaged 95.9 yards per game and set a school record for most rushing yards in a bowl game with 204 against Cincinnati in the Goodyear Cotton Bowl. Robinson also proved his skill set as a receiver, catching 35 passes for 296 yards and two touchdowns. He helped the Tide to an SEC Championship last year.

Robinson won three SEC titles (2018, 2020, 2021) and two national championships (2017, 2020) in Tuscaloosa.

Ron Rivera, head coach of the Commanders, believes in defense and a strong run game.

We will see how Robinson does in the pros.

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Stephen M. Smith is the managing editor and senior writer for Touchdown Alabama Magazine.  You can “like” him on Facebook or “follow” him on Twitter, via @CoachingMSmith.

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Stephen Smith is a 2015 graduate of the University of Alabama. He is a senior writer and reporter for Touchdown Alabama Magazine. He has covered Alabama football for 10+ years and his knowledge and coverage of the Crimson Tide's program have made him among the most respected journalist in his field. Smith has been featured on ESPN and several other marquee outlets as an analyst.

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