Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson. Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports

Commanders' Brian Robinson already off crutches after shooting

By Chelena Goldman | Last updated 9/7/22

There appears to be light at the end of the tunnel for Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson, Jr. who was spotted at the team facility on Wednesday walking around without the use of crutches.

Brian Robinson Jr. just made a quick appearance during open locker room. Was walking quite well and without crutches
— Pete Hailey (@PeteHaileyNBCS) September 7, 2022

Brian Robinson is in the Commanders’ locker room. He was walking without a limp and had a bandage around his right leg.
— Matthew Paras (@Matthew_Paras) September 7, 2022

Robinson was shot multiple times during an attempted robbery and had surgery just a little over a week ago. He is still expected to miss the first four weeks of the season, but head coach Ron Rivera assured the press on Wednesday that the rookie running back is on the mend.

Ron Rivera said RB Brian Robinson is no longer on crutches and swelling has gone down since being shot on 8/28.

Robinson is on the NFI list which means he'll miss the first 4 weeks. Could return after that. Great news.
— lindsey ok (@lindseyyok) September 7, 2022

According to an NFL Network report on the day of the surgery, the bullet that struck Robinson's knee very fortunately did not hit any tendons or joints. While a timetable still hasn't been set for Robinson's return, it remains likely he could play his first NFL game in Week 5 against the Tennessee Titans.

The Alabama product rushed 14 times for 57 yards and one touchdown in preseason play for Washington.

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