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John Keim, ESPN Staff WriterNov 3, 2024, 11:37 AM ET
- John Keim covers the Washington Commanders for ESPN. He joined ESPN in 2013 after a stint with the Washington Post. He started covering the team in 1994 for the Journal Newspapers and later for the Washington Examiner. He has authored/co-authored four books. You can also listen to him on ‘The John Keim Report’, which airs on ESPN Richmond radio, and follow him on Twitter @john_keim
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. didn’t play Sunday against the New York Giants because of a hamstring injury.
It’s the second time in four games that Robinson has been inactive.
The Commanders still rushed for 149 yards in their 27-22 victory Sunday, led by Chris Rodriguez Jr.’s 52 yards. Austin Ekeler added 42 yards and also scored a touchdown.
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Robinson was limited in practice all week because of the hamstring injury, but there was optimism he would play Sunday. However, after he worked out earlier in the morning, the Commanders (6-2) decided he wasn’t ready.
Robinson missed a Week 6 loss at the Baltimore Ravens while dealing with a right knee injury.
He leads Washington with 461 yards rushing and six touchdowns. He has averaged 4.6 yards per carry.
