Robinson Aims to Complement McCaffrey in 49ers’ Backfield

Robinson, who is a larger, downhill running back, said he is comfortable with transitioning to Kyle Shanahan’s outside zone scheme.
Robinson Aims to Complement McCaffrey in 49ers’ Backfield
Brian Robinson Jr. #8 of the Washington Commanders looks on prior to the NFC Championship Game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on in Philadelphia, Pa., on Jan. 26, 2025. Emilee Chinn/Getty Images
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New San Francisco 49ers running back Brian Robinson thinks he and Christian McCaffrey can become the best duo in the league.

The 49ers acquired Robinson in a trade with the Washington Commanders over the weekend. The Commanders’ third-round draft pick in 2022, Robinson carved out a role as the traditional ball carrier complementing receiving backs. At his introductory press conference on Monday, the fourth-year pro said he is ready to accept that role again in head coach Kyle Shanahan’s offense.
John Rigolizzo
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