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United States Denard Robinson is an American former professional football player whose career spanned the NFL and AAF, later transitioning into coaching and administrative roles at both collegiate and professional levels.
Former Michigan football stars Denard Robinson and Braylon Edwards, along with other former Wolverines players, are suing the NCAA and Big Ten Network. The lawsuit alleges that the NCAA and Big Ten Network violated antitrust law by denying Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) opportunities to players.
Denard Robinson announced a partnership between Elite Talent and Maximus Consulting. The nature of the partnership is not detailed, but it appears to be a collaborative venture.
Denard Robinson partnered with EA Sports, notably being voted as the cover athlete for NCAA Football 14. This involvement also included discussions about the game and his NFL future.
Denard Xavier Robinson, born on September 22, 1990, in Deerfield Beach, Florida, established himself as a prominent figure in American football through a distinguished collegiate career and subsequent professional play. Known for his exceptional versatility, Robinson gained national recognition during his time at the University of Michigan (2009-2012), where he became the first player in NCAA history to both pass and rush for 1,500 yards in a single season. As a quarterback, he set multiple Big Ten Conference and Michigan Wolverines records for total offense and rushing yards, earning the Chicago Tribune Silver Football as the Big Ten’s Most Valuable Player in 2010.
Following his impactful college career, Robinson was drafted by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the 2013 NFL Draft, where he played as a running back for four seasons until 2016. He later joined the Atlanta Legends in the Alliance of American Football for the 2019 season. After concluding his playing career, Robinson transitioned into coaching and administrative positions, first as an offensive analyst at Jacksonville University in 2019, then as an offensive quality control coach and scouting assistant for the Jacksonville Jaguars from 2020 to 2021. He returned to his alma mater, the University of Michigan, in 2022 as the assistant director of player personnel, contributing to the team’s CFP National Championship in 2023.
Throughout his career, Robinson consistently demonstrated remarkable athletic ability and adaptability across various positions, leaving a significant mark on the teams he represented. His achievements include numerous individual accolades and team successes, highlighting a journey from record-setting collegiate athlete to a respected figure in football operations.
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