The Rams made a surprising move on Saturday, placing A’Shawn Robinson on the active/non-football injury list. The team didn’t specify what Robinson’s injury is, and on a conference call Sunday, Sean McVay didn’t go into any more detail, either.
He did provide media members with a small update, however, saying Robinson is doing well. McVay called it a “condition” and although Robinson will participate in meetings, he won’t be back until “some point this season.”
McVay added that Robinson’s injury was a surprise to the team during training camp, spurring his move to the NFI list.
Sean McVay on A’Shawn Robinson being placed on the Non-Football injury list: He could be back later this season & will be apart of meetings/team otherwise. McVay wouldn’t specify what condition was discovered, just that it was a “surprise” during the training camp entry physical.
— Omar Ruiz (@OmarDRuiz) August 9, 2020
The Rams signed Robinson as a free agent this offseason. They gave him $17 million for two years, and have indicated that he’ll be a starter next to Aaron Donald and Michael Brockers. If Robinson does have to miss significant time, it’s likely that either Sebastian Joseph-Day or Greg Gaines will replace him in the starting lineup.
The Rams were fortunate to retain Brockers this offseason after his deal with the Ravens fell apart due to a failed physical, bringing back one of their longest-tenured players.
McVay on retaining DL Michael Brockers, considering A’Shawn Robinson’s physical issue, “Thank the lord… He’s a real joy to be around and very thankful to have Michael back without a doubt.” @usatodaynfl
— Joe Curley (@vcsjoecurley) August 9, 2020
That signing looks even better now with Robinson expected to miss some time on the field.
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