Duke Robinson
 Robinson with Oklahoma in 2006 | |||||||
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| Born: | October 10, 1986 Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. | ||||||
| Height: | 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) | ||||||
| Weight: | 330 lb (150 kg) | ||||||
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| High school: | Atlanta (GA) Washington | ||||||
| College: | Oklahoma | ||||||
| Position: | Offensive guard | ||||||
| NFL draft: | 2009 / Round: 5 / Pick: 163 | ||||||
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| * Offseason and/or practice squad member only | |||||||
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| Player stats at NFL.com · ArenaFan.com | |||||||
George "Duke" Robinson (born October 10, 1986) is a former American football guard. Robinson played college football for the University of Oklahoma, and was recognized as an All-American twice. He was selected by the Carolina Panthers in the fifth round of the 2009 NFL Draft.
Early years[edit]
Robinson was born in Atlanta, Georgia. He played high school football at Washington High School in Atlanta.[1]
College career[edit]
Robinson attended the University of Oklahoma, where he played for coach Bob Stoops's Oklahoma Sooners football team from 2005 to 2008. He was recognized as a consensus first-team All-American a junior in 2007, becoming Oklahoma's 143rd All-American,[2] [3] and again as a senior in 2008. He was also a two-time first-team All-Big 12 selection. Sports Illustrated magazine named him to its All-Decade Team in 2009.
Professional career[edit]
2009 NFL Draft[edit]
Robinson was considered the number one guard prospect by many NFL scouting analyst and projected to go 2nd round of the draft until a poor performance in the BCS championship game prior to the draft.[4][5] He was praised for his leadership, his ability to pass protect and be a force in the running game.[6]
Carolina Panthers[edit]
Duke was selected in the fifth round of the 2009 draft with the 163rd overall pick by the Carolina Panthers.[7][8]
Tennessee Titans[edit]
Duke Robinson was signed to the Titans on January 6, 2012. He was then released on April 20, 2012.[9]
Utah Blaze[edit]
Duke signed with the Utah Blaze of the Arena Football League on May 6, 2013.
Spokane Shock[edit]
Robinson was assigned to the Spokane Shock after the AFL dispersal draft on September 6, 2013.
Philadelphia Soul[edit]
On May 28, 2014, Robinson was traded by the Shock to the Philadelphia Soul for Fred Shaw.[10]
San Jose SaberCats[edit]
On June 2, 2014, Robinson was traded to the San Jose SaberCats for Julius Williams.[11]
Jacksonville Sharks[edit]
On March 21, 2016, Robinson was assigned to the Jacksonville Sharks.
Portland Steel[edit]
On April 25, 2016, Robinson was traded to the Portland Steel for Jamar Howard.
Personal life[edit]
He is the grandnephew of singer/songwriter Smokey Robinson.
References[edit]
- ^ John E. Hoover (March 11, 2009). "Robinson impresses scouts". Tulsa World. p. B6. Retrieved October 10, 2023.
- ^ "2007 AFCA Coaches' All-America Team". American Football Coaches Association. November 29, 2007. Archived from the original on May 24, 2011. Retrieved November 29, 2007.
- ^ "Robinson Named AFCA All-American". SoonerSports.com. November 29, 2007. Archived from the original on November 30, 2007. Retrieved November 29, 2007.
- ^ "2022 NFL Draft Prospect - Position Rankings".
- ^ "Position_rankings NFL Draft".
- ^ "Duke Robinson, Oklahoma, NFL Draft - CBSSports.com Football". www.cbssports.com. Archived from the original on April 28, 2009.
- ^ "2009 NFL Draft Listing". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved February 25, 2019.
- ^ Panthers Draft Robinson in 5th Round
- ^ Tennessee Titans Duke Robinson
- ^ Jim Meehan (May 29, 2014). "Shock make changes in secondary, line". www.spokesman.com. The Spokesman-Review. Retrieved May 29, 2014.
- ^ "Soul Acquire Williams in Trade with San Jose". www.oursportscentral.com. OurSports Central. June 3, 2014. Retrieved June 4, 2014.
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- Jacksonville Sharks players
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