Chop Robinson is the latest edge rusher to come off the board on Day 1. The Penn State alum has been selected 21st overall by the Dolphins.
Robinson seemed set to be the next Nittany Lion pass rusher to be selected in the first round. He was connected to a number of teams throughout the past few months, with more than 10 teams hosting him on pre-draft visits. Ultimately, he’ll land in Miami.
The edge rusher put himself on the NFL map following a standout 2022 campaign where he finished with 5.5 sacks and 10 tackles for loss. His numbers weren’t as strong in 2023 (four sacks, 7.5 TFLs), perhaps ending his hope of being the first player selected at his position. Still, Robinson managed to stick in the first round.
Robinson will be joining a talented pass-rushing corps in Miami. The rookie may be hard pressed to see an every-down role playing alongside Jaelan Phillips, Bradley Chubb and offseason acquisition Shaquil Barrett, but he should still get plenty of run as a situational pass-rusher.
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