DeMarcus Robinson Suspended: Impact on the 49ers?
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver DeMarcus Robinson will be suspended for the first three games of the upcoming NFL season. This suspension stems from a DUI arrest, as reported by Jordan Schultz. This news arrives after Robinson signed a two-year, $9.5 million contract with the 49ers in March, raising questions about the team's receiving corps to start the season.
Robinson, 30, was originally drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs in the fourth round of the 2016 NFL Draft after a college career at the University of Florida. He spent the first four years of his career with the Chiefs, earning $2.85 million during his rookie contract. After his rookie contract expired, the Chiefs re-signed him to one-year deals for two additional seasons.
Since then, Robinson has bounced around the league, spending time with the Las Vegas Raiders (though he was released before the season began), the Baltimore Ravens, and the Los Angeles Rams. He ultimately landed back with the Rams, signing a one-year contract followed by another one-year deal in February of last year.
In 2024, playing for the Rams, Robinson played in all 17 games, recording 31 receptions for 505 yards (averaging 16.3 yards per catch) and seven touchdowns. This performance seemingly earned him the opportunity with the 49ers.
The 49ers will now have to adjust their offensive strategy for the first three weeks of the season. It remains to be seen how this suspension will impact Robinson's role with the team upon his return.
What does this mean for the 49ers?
- The 49ers will need to rely on other receivers to step up.
- This could create opportunities for younger players to prove themselves.
- The team's offensive game plan might need adjustments.