ESPN.com · Jun 12, 2023
Patriots release James Robinson, thinning backfield depth
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- The New England Patriots released running back James Robinson on Monday, thinning their depth behind starter Rhamondre Stevenson.
Robinson, 24, had agreed to a two-year deal with a base value of $4 million on March 15, but it included no guaranteed money and was structured in a way that protected the Patriots based on Robinson's injury history. Robinson tore his Achilles late in 2021 while playing for the Jacksonville Jaguars.
The contract also included injury waivers and split salaries if Robinson landed on injured reserve. Robinson's release came on the first day of mandatory minicamp, when players routinely take physical examinations.
