James Robinson helps Louisville Kings reach United Bowl this weekend
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 10:42 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
James Robinson, a former star running back from Rockford Lutheran, has re-emerged in football with the Louisville Kings. The team advanced to the United Football League's United Bowl after defeating the St. Louis Battlehawks last weekend. With 300 rushing yards and three touchdowns in six games, Robinson has played a pivotal role despite a challenging career marked by injuries. Previously, he became the first undrafted rookie to rush for over 1,000 yards with the Jacksonville Jaguars. Robinson will play in the championship game this Saturday at Audi Field in Washington, D.C.
- •Robinson is the IHSA's all-time leading rusher.
- •Kings' United Bowl game is set for 2 p.m. on Saturday.
- •Robinson has helped the Kings recover from a 0-3 start.
- •He previously played for the Green Bay Packers and other NFL teams.
- •Robinson last played competitive football in 2023.
- 10:42 PMYahoo Sports — Rockford native James Robinson finds his way back into football
"Find out what Rockford Lutheran's former star running back is getting set to do this weekend on the gridiron
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