Brian Robinson Jr.'s next destination just became painfully obvious

Brian Robinson Jr. is being shopped for a potential trade by the Washington Commanders. And his next destination could be a little clearer based on an unfortunate incident around the league.

The Commanders have decided that Robinson doesn't have a future in Washington. He was once projected as a starting option, but has now fallen out of favor for whatever reason. Those in power don't think he can offer what they require, and general manager Adam Peters is looking to extract something in return for a player who's out of contract next spring.

What the immediate future holds for Robinson is unclear. It won't be in Washington after he got sent to the shadows, but there could be a few potential suitors for his services if the compensation isn't too steep.

Dolphins could call Commanders about Brian Robinson Jr. amid injury crisis

One team rumored to be interested just got a big reason to make a splash for Robinson. The Miami Dolphins are desperately short of experienced running backs. There is a lot at stake for head coach Mike McDaniel in 2025, but fresh problems are cropping up in the backfield that could jeopardize their chances.

De'Von Achane is currently on the sidelines. He could be joined by Jaylen Wright after he was helped off the practice field. And this didn't look like an injury that he could shake off quickly, according to those in attendance.

If Wright is forced to miss time, that leaves the Dolphins relying on rookie Ollie Gordon II and journeyman veteran Mike Boone as their running back options. While the Oklahoma State product has promise, asking him to accumulate starting duties in Year 1 seems like a stretch.

Even if Warren and Achane are healthy, Robinson could be an upgrade on any physical runner Miami has in between the tackles. The Commanders are eager to get the former third-round pick out of Alabama out of the equation. Any offer is better than nothing, something that would also relieve some burden on the salary cap along the way.

Other teams are also reportedly looking for running back upgrades before the season. This is playing right into Peters' hands. Still, whether Robinson is someone worth giving up draft capital for with his ceiling all but reached is another matter.

Time will tell on both fronts. However, fans can expect this situation to be resolved before attention turns to trimming the roster down to 53 players.

And the Dolphins represent a legitimate landing spot.

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