Posted on Nov 03
Washington Commanders RB Brian Robinson Jr. ruled out against Giants due to hamstring injury
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Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. will be inactive for the game against the New York Giants due to a hamstring injury.
Why it matters: Robinson's absence is a blow to the Commanders' offense, as he has been their leading rusher this season.
- Robinson leads Washington with 461 yards rushing and six touchdowns.
- He has been averaging an impressive 4.6 yards per carry.
Yes, but: This isn't the first time Robinson has missed a game due to injury this season.
- He previously sat out a Week 6 game against the Baltimore Ravens because of a right knee injury.
What to watch: The Commanders have elevated Chris Rodriguez Jr. from the practice squad to provide depth at the running back position.
- Rodriguez is known for his ability to handle power runs, which is a role often filled by Robinson.
What's next: The Commanders will rely on other running backs such as Austin Ekeler and Jeremy McNichols in Robinson's absence.
- Ekeler has rushed for 240 yards and caught 19 passes for 207 yards this season.
- McNichols has contributed 163 rushing yards and three touchdowns.
The bottom line: Losing Robinson for this game is a setback for the Commanders, but they have capable replacements to step up and fill the void.