Following Sunday’s game, the Jacksonville Jaguars confirmed the worst for running back James Robinson. Interim head coach Darrell Bevell told reporters that Robinson did in fact tear his Achilles.
ESPN’s Adam Schefter shared the Jags’ announcement on Twitter.
“Jaguars’ HC Darrell Bevell announced that RB James Robinson tore his Achilles today vs. the Jets,” tweeted the NFL insider.
Jaguars’ HC Darrell Bevell announced that RB James Robinson tore his Achilles today vs. the Jets.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 26, 2021
It’s unfortunate news for Robinson and the rest of the Jaguars team. The second-year RB has been one of the lone bright spots in what’s been a mess of a year in Jacksonville.
After joining the Jaguars as an undrafted free agent out of Illinois State last year, Robinson ran for over 1,000 yards in his rookie season. He followed that up with a strong 2021. However, inconsistent playing time and some friction between he and former HC Urban Meyer brought some of his production down.
Urban Meyer ordered James Robinson’s benching last week and insisted on Carlos Hyde staying in the game per @TomPelissero
Tensions are rising in Jacksonville pic.twitter.com/iRy5fxzBC1
— PFF Fantasy Football (@PFF_Fantasy) December 11, 2021
That said, it’s heartbreaking to see a young talent like James Robinson go down with such a tough injury. Hopefully the 23-year-old back is able to return with the same explosiveness after repairing the tendon.
In 27 appearances in the Jaguars’ backfield, Robinson has logged 401 carries for 1,827 yards and 18 total touchdowns.
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