Josh Robinson (running back) explained

Josh Robinson
Position:Running back
Birth Date:24 August 1992
Birth Place:Bogalusa, Louisiana, U.S.
Height Ft:5
Height In:8
Weight Lbs:215
High School:Franklinton (LA)
College:Mississippi State
Draftyear:2015
Draftround:6
Draftpick:205
Pastteams:
Highlights:
Statlabel1:Rushing attempts
Statvalue1:17
Statlabel2:Rushing yards
Statvalue2:39
Statlabel3:Rushing touchdowns
Statlabel4:Receptions
Statvalue4:6
Statlabel5:Receiving yards
Statvalue5:33
Statlabel6:Receiving touchdowns
Pfr:RobiJo02

Joshua Devonte Robinson Sr.[1] (born August 24, 1992) is an American football running back who is a free agent. He played college football at Mississippi State, and was drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in the sixth round of the 2015 NFL draft.

Early life

Robinson attended Franklinton High School in Franklinton, Louisiana, where he was a two-sport athlete in both football and track. He helped lead his team to the Louisiana 4A State Championship. He was picked by Louisiana Sports Writers Association to the First-team All-State 4A squad. He was named Honorable Mention on the Baton Rouge Advocate’s statewide 2011 Super Dozen. As a junior, the Demons went 14–1 and fell one game short of the state championship, losing to Neville High School in the finals. He rushed for 1,315 yards and scored 22 touchdowns, while also adding 11 catches for 205 yards with five more touchdowns. He ran for 1,105 yards during his senior season with 20 touchdowns, and also caught 22 passes for 558 yards and seven more scores. Robinson also participated in varsity track, where he posted a personal-best time of 11.23 seconds in the 100-meter dash.[2]

Considered a three-star recruit by Rivals.com, Robinson was listed as the No. 49 running back in the nation in 2011.[3]

College career

With Vick Ballard and LaDarius Perkins already established as the Bulldogs' primary running backs, Robinson redshirted the 2011 season.

In 2012, Robinson, as the primary backup to Perkins, appeared in 12 games, rushing 55 times for 335 yards and a touchdown. His biggest game was a 7-rush, 91 yard day against Northwestern in the Gator Bowl.[4]

Robinson again backed up Perkins in 2013, appearing in all 13 games and rushing 78 times for 459 yards and 3 touchdowns. He had his first 100-yard game in the Bulldogs' 24-17 overtime win against Arkansas.[5]

Robinson was the Bulldogs' starting running back in 2014. He rushed for a career-high 124 yards in a 47–34 win over UAB.[6] He then eclipsed that total with 197 rushing yards in a 34–29 win over LSU,[7] and again with 198 yards in a win over Kentucky.,[8] which is tied for the 8th most single-game rushing yards in school history. Robinson had a career-high 6 receptions and 110 receiving yards as the Bulldogs escaped an upset bid from Arkansas.[9] Although overshadowed by fellow teammate, Dak Prescott, Robinson was listed as a darkhorse Heisman candidate by various media outlets.[10] [11] [12]

On December 31, 2014, Robinson announced he would forgo his senior season and enter the 2015 NFL draft.[13] He completed his tenure at Mississippi State by rushing for 75 yards on 13 carries in the Bulldogs' 49–34 loss to Georgia Tech in the Orange Bowl.[14]

College statistics

SeasonTeamGPRushingReceiving
Att Yds Avg Lng TD Rec Yds TD
Mississippi State12 55 335 6.1 59 1 3 8 0
Mississippi State13 78 459 5.9 51 3 12 115 0
Mississippi State13 190 1,203 6.3 73 11 28 370 1
Career 38 323 1,997 6.2 73 15 43 493 1

Professional career

Indianapolis Colts

Robinson was selected in the sixth round (205th overall) of the 2015 NFL draft by the Indianapolis Colts.[15] He agreed to terms with the Colts on May 6.[16] On November 12, 2015, Robinson was waived by the Colts due to a preseason herniated disk in his neck that interfered with his production.[15] [17] He was signed to the practice squad on November 13.[18] He became a free agent after the season.

Saskatchewan Roughriders

Robinson was signed to the practice roster for the Saskatchewan Roughriders of the Canadian Football League (CFL) on September 14, 2016, but was released at the beginning of October.[19]

The Spring League

In April 2017, Robinson participated in The Spring League, a showcase for NFL and CFL scouts during the instructional league's inaugural season.[15] Robinson returned for the League's Summer Showcase game on July 15, during which Robinson caught a 63-yard touchdown thrown by Casey Pachall.[20] Several days before the game, Robinson had claimed that the San Francisco 49ers would sign him soon,[21] a transaction which did not occur. Robinson participated in a workout with the Detroit Lions in August.[22] [23]

Montreal Alouettes

On January 22, 2018, Robinson signed with the Montreal Alouettes of the CFL.[24] Robinson was released before the regular season, on June 7.[25]

Porvoon Butchers

In January 2019 Robinson signed a one-year contract to play for the Porvoon Butchers of Finland's Maple League; however, Robinson failed to show up for preseason training camp, and was cut.[26]

FCF Zappers

Robinson played for the FCF Zappers of Fan Controlled Football in 2022.[27]

Tulsa Oilers

On December 22, 2022, Robinson was signed by the Tulsa Oilers of the Indoor Football League.[28] He was released on July 13, 2023.[29]

NFL career statistics

YearTeamGamesRushingReceivingFumbles
GP GS Att Yds Avg Lng TD Rec Yds Avg Lng TD Fum Lost
IND5 0 17 39 2.3 8 0 6 33 5.5 9 0 1 1
Career 5 0 17 39 2.3 8 0 6 33 5.5 9 0 1 1

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Josh Robinson bio. September 16, 2014. HailState.com.
  2. Web site: Sumner Cowgirl Relays - Results (Raw). Louisiana Milesplit. January 14, 2019.
  3. Web site: Rivals. n.rivals.com. January 14, 2019.
  4. Web site: Northwestern beats Miss. State to end bowl victory drought. January 1, 2013. October 15, 2014. ESPN.com.
  5. Web site: Mississippi State edges Arkansas 24-17 in overtime. November 23, 2013. October 15, 2014. ESPN.com.
  6. Web site: Mississippi State beats UAB 47-34. September 6, 2014. October 15, 2014. ESPN.com.
  7. Web site: Dak Prescott leads Mississippi State to first win at No. 8 LSU since 1991. September 20, 2014. October 15, 2014. ESPN.com.
  8. Web site: Dak Prescott (3 TDs), No. 1 Mississippi State knock off Kentucky. October 25, 2014. October 26, 2014. ESPN.com.
  9. Web site: Dak Prescott's career-high 331 yards lead Mississippi St. past Arkansas. November 2, 2014. November 2, 2014. ESPN.com.
  10. Web site: SEC Week 9 Heisman Watch: Cooper's unguardable for Crimson Tide. October 27, 2014. October 27, 2014. SaturdayDownSouth.com. Crawford. Brad.
  11. Web site: SEC Heisman watch: Week 7. October 14, 2014. October 15, 2014. ESPN.com. Aschoff. Edward.
  12. Web site: Heisman Rankings: Week 7. October 13, 2014. October 15, 2014. FoxNews.com.
  13. Web site: Mississippi State RB Josh Robinson declares for 2015 NFL Draft. NFL.com. January 14, 2019.
  14. Web site: Mississippi State vs. Georgia Tech - Box Score - December 31, 2014 - ESPN. ESPN.com. January 14, 2019.
  15. News: Natalie . Weiner . In the Shadow of Dak Prescott: Welcome to the NFL's League of Last Chances . Bleacher Report . May 10, 2017 . August 29, 2017.
  16. Web site: Indianapolis Colts agree to terms with five draft picks. blogs.colts.com. May 6, 2015. May 6, 2015. May 12, 2015. https://web.archive.org/web/20150512020906/http://blogs.colts.com/2015/05/06/indianapolis-colts-agree-to-terms-with-five-draft-picks/. dead.
  17. Web site: Indianapolis Colts make roster moves. blogs.colts.com. November 12, 2015. November 12, 2015. November 15, 2015. https://web.archive.org/web/20151115011442/http://blogs.colts.com/2015/11/12/indianapolis-colts-make-roster-moves-120/. dead.
  18. Web site: Indianapolis Colts make practice squad move. blogs.colts.com. November 13, 2015. November 14, 2015.
  19. Web site: Riders' LaBatte signs extension; club releases three players. October 3, 2016. January 14, 2019.
  20. Web site: Josh Robinson 63 Yard Touchdown Reception From Casey Pachall. www.flofootball.com. January 14, 2019.
  21. Web site: 49ers to sign RB Josh Robinson, according to Josh Robinson. David. Fucillo. July 10, 2017. Niners Nation. January 14, 2019.
  22. News: Birkett. Dave. Detroit Lions working out David Cobb, two other RBs on Tuesday. August 30, 2017. Detroit Free Press. August 8, 2017. https://web.archive.org/web/20170812132145/http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2017/08/08/detroit-lions-running-backs/547978001/. August 12, 2017. en.
  23. Web site: Detroit Lions working out David Cobb, two other RBs on Tuesday. Detroit Free Press. January 14, 2019.
  24. Web site: Alouettes shake up roster with four additions, six releases. Montreal Gazette. January 22, 2018. January 14, 2019.
  25. Web site: Transactions. January 14, 2019.
  26. Web site: Finland: Porvoon Butchers sign ex-NFL RB Josh Robinson. January 6, 2019. American Football International. January 14, 2019.
  27. Web site: Tulsa Oilers Football signs former NFL running back Josh Robinson . tulsaworld.com . December 22, 2022 . February 10, 2024.
  28. Web site: Tulsa Signs Former NFL Running Back Joshua Robinson .
  29. https://goifl.com/transactions.aspx