[145], On September 15, 2012, playing against UMass, Robinson tallied 397 yards of total offense in three quarters of play, including 291 passing yards, three passing touchdowns, and 369 yards of total offense in the first half. "[39], Even on the morning of Michigan's season opener, the Chicago Sun-Times reported that "the mystery surrounding who would be the Wolverines' No. The effort moved him into second place in Big Ten history in career rushing yards by a quarterback, behind only Antwaan Randle El. Sophomore (2010) earned second varsity letter sixth in Heisman Trophy balloting Football Writers Association of America All-American at running back winner of the Chicago Tribune Silver Football as the Big Ten's Most Valuable Player U-M's Bo Schembechler Team Most Valuable Player Big Ten Offensive Player of the Year (coaches and media) All-Big Ten first team (media) and All-Big Ten honorable mention (coaches) Manning Award finalist Davey O' Brien and Maxwell Awards semifinalist Walter Camp Player of the Year player to watch Paul Hornung Award watch list Phil Steele's Midseason All-America third team Phil Steele's Midseason All-Big Ten first team Walter Camp Football Foundation National Player of the Week (Connecticut, Notre Dame) AT&T All-American Player of the Week (Connecticut, Notre Dame) Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week (Connecticut, Notre Dame, Indiana) Davey O'Brien Quarterback of the Week (Notre Dame, Indiana) Rivals.com Big Ten and National Player of the Week (Notre Dame) Rivals.com Big Ten Player of the Week (Indiana) College Football Performance Award National Performer of the Week (Notre Dame, Indiana) started all 13 games at quarterback shattered Michigan records for touches (547) and total offense (4,272) in a single season second nationally and first in the Big Ten in total offense at 328.6 yards per contest completed 182-of-291 passes (62.5 pct.) His performance gave him 3,905 career rushing yards, moving past Antwaan Randle El as the Big Ten career leader in rushing yards by a quarterback. QB Bryce Young, the potential No. [142], In August 2012, Robinson and teammate Taylor Lewan were selected by the media among the five "Players to Watch" in Big Ten Legends Division. However, on the following drive, Robinson's threw an interception at Michigan's 31-yard line with 44 seconds remaining in the game. [193] On December 7, Robinson endured a foot sprain against the 2014 Houston Texans and he was placed on season-ending injured reserve on December 10. Robinson, 29, last played for the Jaguars in 2016 and was drafted by the team in the fifth round of the 2013 NFL Draft. [161] On December 28, 2015, Keenan Reynolds achieved a total of 4,559, surpassing Robinson.[162]. As a dual-threat quarterback, Robinson set the NCAA record for career rushing yards by a quarterback with 4,495 yards on the ground. When you visit any web site, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. As a sophomore in 2010, Robinson set the single-season Division I FBS record for rushing yards by a quarterback and became the only player in National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) history to both pass and rush for 1,500 yards. [196] The injury caused him to miss the next three games. He's small in stature, but his heart you can almost see it pounding through his jersey. "[49], In his second start at quarterback, Robinson led Michigan to a 2824 win over Notre Dame against its traditional rival. Do you have a blog? They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites. [91] Robinson was also held to a season-low 68 rushing yards against Purdue. [127][128], In Michigan's fourth game, against San Diego State, Robinson tallied three touchdowns in the first half on his way to a 200-yard rushing effort. [192] When Robinson had 108 on 18 carries the following week against Miami, he became the first Jaguar to have back-to-back 100-yard games since Maurice Jones-Drew in 2011. When that didn't work, they tried athletic tape. 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They even rolled his socks over his shoes. He was awarded the 2010 Chicago Tribune Silver Football as the Most Valuable Player in the Big Ten Conference and was selected by the Football Writers Association of America as a first-team All-American. [93], Michigan finished its 2010 season with a 5214 loss to Mississippi State in the 2011 Gator Bowl, the worst defeat ever suffered by Michigan in a bowl game. [9][45] For his efforts Robinson earned Big Ten Conference Offensive Player of the Week, AT&T ESPN All-America Player of the Week, and Walter Camp Football Foundation National Offensive Player of the Week recognition. After his final season at Michigan, Robinson stated that he was open to playing any position in the National Football League. Completed 16-of-24 passes for 291 yards and three touchdowns and carried the ball 10 times for 109 yards and one touchdown marked eighth career game with 100 yards rushing and 200 yards passing; ninth career game with at least four touchdowns 16th career 100-yard rushing effort posted ninth career game with at least four TDs accounted for 366 total yards in the first half, a career best AIR FORCE (Sept. 8) completed 14-of-25 passes for 208 yards and two touchdowns and carried the ball 20 times for 218 yards and two touchdowns became the first player in FBS history to pass and rush for 200 yards in a game three times in his career eighth career game in which he accounted for at least four touchdowns became the first Wolverines player since Tyrone Wheatley, in the 1993 Rose Bowl, to record two rushing touchdowns of 50 yards or more in a game upped his career rushing yards to 3,474 and moved to seventh place among Michigan's all-time leaders in the category, passing Rob Lytle (3,317, 1973-76) moved to eighth place among the all-time NCAA leaders in rushing yards by a quarterback ALABAMA (Sept. 1) passed for one touchdown and ran for one score .. threw for 200 yards (11-of-26) ran for 27 yards on 10 carries. Denard Xavier Robinson was born September 22, 1990 . All Rights Reserved. That was exciting, but then he went ahead and posted 502 yards against Notre Dame the next week, obliterating his own Michigan record. Denard Robinson was born in Deefield Beach, FL. He became teammates with Maurice Jones-Drew after being drafted by the Jaguars in 2013. [147] The Detroit Free Press called it "the worst game of his Michigan career. So let's check out Denard Robinson's personal and public life facts, Wikipedia, bio, spouse, net worth, and career details. He scored two rushing touchdowns and had two passing. And if he stays healthy, I fully expect him to walk across a stage in New York City in December and take that trophy home. [131], On October 15, against Michigan State Robinson was shut down by the Spartan defense throwing for just 123 yards completing 9 of 24 attempts and a costly interception that was returned for a touchdown with 4:31 left in the game. Now, Robinson will try to make an impact . It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. He remains the school's all-time leader in touchdowns, with 91. Please, don't do that again! [202] He was placed on injured reserve on April 1, 2019. [74], After the Indiana game, Dari Nowkhah wrote in ESPN's "Heisman Watch" column that Robinson was "running away with the Heisman Trophy" and compared him to 1988 Heisman Trophy winner Barry Sanders, We haven't seen this type of college football playmaker since Barry Sanders? [137] He also repeated as the Rivals.com Big Ten Player of the Week and was a College Football Performance Awards honorable mention as the National Quarterback of the Week. With the performance against UMass, Robinson passed Tom Brady on Michigan's all-time passing yardage list. A captain in 2021, Robinson's senior season saw him suffer an injury that forced a move to running back. [152] The performance won him recognition as the Maxwell Award Player of the Week and a Manning Award "Star of the Week". Michigan He currently resides in Florida, United States. Vince Young accomplished this feat once in the regular season and once in the Rose Bowl. After learning that Robinson could run the 100 meters in 10.4 seconds with his shoes untied, Michigan quarterbacks coach Rod Smith called it "the damnedest thing I've ever seen" and added, "Anybody that runs that fast I'm not going to tell him how to tie his shoes. [74] Seven others have accomplished the feat (including Pat White, Vince Young and Antwaan Randle El), but none have done so more than once in the regular season. Those who saw him play at Westside Park in Deerfield Beach recall, Kids would go for his shoes on tackles, and he'd come up to the huddle in just socks. "[31] LaPlante emphasized Robinson's "quickness", One thing in football that you don't see in track is quickness. [80] He was also selected by Mark Schlabach as the Offensive MVP in ESPN.com's Mid-Season Awards. He is not dating anyone. Denard Xavier Robinson (born September 22, 1990) is currently the Assistant Director of Player Personnel for the University of Michigan football program. With starter Mac Jones and 2022 fourth-round pick Bailey Zappe on the roster, the Patriots plan to release Brian Hoyer, sources confirmed to ESPN. [189][191] He posted career highs in yards and carries and also scored his first NFL touchdown. [143] Robinson was elected team captain. Denard served in his first year as a scout in 2021, being assigned as a college scouting assistant after serving as offensive quality control coach on Doug Marrone's staff in 2020. After sustaining two dislocated fingers on his non-throwing hand, Robinson was replaced in the second half by Tate Forcier. Get complete game-by-game stats for running back Denard Robinson on ESPN. [95], Robinson finished the 2010 season with 1,702 rushing yards (130.9 yards per game), which stood as an FBS single-season record for a quarterback until it was surpassed two years later by Jordan Lynch. "[7], In a 2007 state semifinal game played at the Orange Bowl, Robinson led his team to within two points of upsetting Miami Northwestern, the top-ranked high school team in the country. Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. Find out more. Matt Miller says he thinks NFL evaluators are happy with Bryce Young's height, weight and hand size. During Michigan's 2009 summer training camp, Robinson was in competition for the starting quarterback position with fellow freshman Tate Forcier and junior Nick Sheridan. It's not close. Michigan's top five single-season performances in total offense are set forth below. 4 on the Broward County Top 25 rankings by the Orlando Sun Sentinel named first-team All-Broward County by The Miami Herald as a junior and senior selected to Mobile Press Register's Super Southeast 120 played in the Miami-Dade vs. Broward All-Star game earned third-team all-state accolades as a junior Other Sports ran track finished third in the 100-meter dash at the 2008 Florida 4A Track & Field State Championships member of the 2008 FHSAA state champion 4x100-meter relay team. "[61], For his performance against Notre Dame, Robinson was selected for the second consecutive week as the Walter Camp Football Foundation National Offensive Player of the Week,[57] the AT&T ESPN All-America Player of the Week,[62] the Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week,[63] and the CBSSports.com Player of the Day. The kid's been doing it all his life, why mess with it? In these cases, the average was taken. He took significant steps in spring practice, and from all accounts, he showed his teammates an incredible devotion to offseason conditioning and film viewing, all in the interest of honing his game and improving Michigan's chances. Despite the loss, Robinson's offensive output rebounded against the Nittany Lions. CAREER GAME-BY-GAME STATISTICS CAREER HIGHS Passing Attempts: 40, at Notre Dame (Sept. 11, 2010) Completions: 24, at Notre Dame (Sept. 11, 2010) Yards: 338, vs. Notre Dame (Sept. 10, 2011) Touchdowns: 4, vs. Notre Dame (Sept. 10, 2011) Long: 77, vs. Notre Dame (Sept. 10, 2011) Rushing Attempts: 29, vs. Connecticut (Sept. 4, 2010) Yards: 258, at Notre Dame (Sept. 11, 2010) Touchdowns: 3, twice (last vs. San Diego State, Sept. 24, 2011) Long: 87, at Notre Dame (Sept. 11, 2010). [26][27], Robinson led the Wolverines on four scoring drives against Delaware State, throwing his first two collegiate touchdown passes and scoring a rushing touchdown as well. These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. He finished the game with 502 of Michigan's 532 yards of total offense (258 rushing yards and 244 passing yards), breaking the Michigan record he set in his first start. His 383 total yards set a Michigan record. He rushed for 191 yards on 27 carries (an average of 7.1 yards per carry) and passed for another 190 yards, including a 60-yard touchdown pass to Kevin Koger. After Robinson's successful collegiate career, he was voted as the next athlete to be on the cover of NCAA Football 14. [96] He also passed for 2,570 yards and compiled 4,272 yards of total offense (328.6 yards per game). RB Latavius Murray set to visit Jaguars on Monday, Lions need defensive talent infusion, can get it in free agency, Edge-rusher, O-line top priorities for Jaguars in scouting Senior Bowl, Jags RB Ivory inactive with hamstring injury, Colts looking to avoid being swept by the Jaguars, Denard Robinson might be Jaguars' No. [66] He was also named the Capital One Cup Impact Performance of the Week. [86] In the second quarter, Robinson also threw a 33-yard touchdown pass to Roundtree and another 75-yard pass to Roundtree to set up Michigan's third touchdown. Only 1500-yard passing/1500-yard rushing season, Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week awards (career), Yards per carry (career, min 250 carries), This page was last edited on 28 January 2023, at 00:47. Latest on RB Denard Robinson including news, stats, videos, highlights and more on NFL.com As a senior in 2012, he extended his record with a third game with both 200 yards rushing and 200 yards passing. Robinson stated after the game "I got a little beat up," as he was knocked out of the game in the 2814 loss, his third straight loss in the rivalry. Denard Robinson's Michigan playing career: Robinson entered the Michigan program as one of the top athletes in the nation after impressing during his high school career at Deerfield Beach in Florida. Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? Denard Robinson Is Officially Back In Ann Arbor. [144], After a disappointing performance in a season-opening, 4114 [15] Michigan initially recruited Robinson as a defensive back, and Robinson declined. He became teammates with Maurice Jones-Drew after being drafted by the Jaguars in 2013. [151] The 235 yards rushing was also a personal best for Robinson in a Big Ten game. "[31] Michigan track coach Fred LaPlante said Robinson had one of the 10 fastest 100-meter high-school times in the United States in 2009 and described Robinson the sprinter as "one of the four or five best guys in the Big Ten. [123] In recognition of his performance during the game, the Big Ten named Denard Robinson its Offensive Player of the Week, while the Davey O'Brien Award named him its Quarterback of the Week. Robinson was limited to 96 passing yards and 105 rushing yards and threw his fifth interception of the season. [6], In October 2008 against St. Thomas Aquinas High School, Robinson was responsible for six touchdowns in a single game, passing for 342 yards and five touchdowns and rushing for 54 yards and a touchdown. However, he led the conference in both total offense and rushing yards per game. In 2011, Robinson led Michigan to its first win against Ohio State since 2003and its last since. [9] He also ran the 40-yard dash in 4.32 seconds. [101] He was also named Big Ten Offensive Player of the Year by the Big Ten coaches and media and by the College Football News. 14 athlete according to Rivals.com rated as the No. [41] He finished the game with 383 yards of total offense, including 186 passing yards (19 of 22 passing) and 197 rushing yards on 29 carries (6.9 yards per carry).