Washington Commanders’ just-drafted rookie running back Brian Robinson in stable condition after being SHOT multiple times in attempted robbery
Multiple reports out of the Washington Metro area say Washington Commanders rookie running back Brian Robinson is in stable condition after being shot multiple times.
The story was broken by NBC Sports Washington’s JP Finlay, who says the incident was an attempted robbery. His sources say the injuries sustained were not life threatening.
Washington Post reporter Nicki Jhabvala says Robinson is in stable condition.
NFL Network insider Tom Pelissero reports that at least two bullets struck Robinson in his lower body.
Commanders rookie Brian Robinson was shot multiple times Sunday in an attempted robbery
DC Police have not released a statement regarding the location of the shooting or any potential suspects in the incident.
This incident occurred just as rumors began to circulate that Robinson could be named the starting running back for the newly named Commanders over veteran Antonio Gibson.
Robinson was selected in the third round of this year’s NFL draft out of the University of Alabama.
Last season with the Crimson Tide, Robinson grabbed career highs in carries (271), rushing yards (1,343), and rushing touchdowns (14).
Additionally, he set career receiving records with the most catches (35), receiving yards (296) and receiving touchdowns (2).
This is a developing story. More information to come.
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