Commanders Trade Brian Robinson Jr. to 49ers for 2026 Sixth-Round Pick

The Washington Commanders have traded running back Brian Robinson Jr. to the San Francisco 49ers in exchange for a sixth-round pick in the 2026 NFL draft. Robinson, who played three seasons in Washington and posted career highs last season, is set to provide depth behind Christian McCaffrey in the 49ers' backfield. The Commanders, facing Robinson's impending free agency, opted to move on and focus on other backfield options like Austin Ekeler, Jacory Croskey-Merritt, and Chris Rodriguez Jr. The modest return highlights the previous regime's draft struggles, but new leadership is aiming to rebuild the running game. Robinson is heading to Levi’s Stadium for a physical before the trade becomes official. This move marks a new chapter for Robinson and allows Washington to pursue a committee approach in their rushing attack.