James Robinson tries out for Raiders as he seeks NFL return
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 7:11 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
Running back James Robinson had a tryout with the Raiders on Saturday. Once a standout with the Jaguars, he is aiming to re-enter the NFL after limited success in recent seasons. Robinson most recently played for the Louisville Kings in the UFL, where he contributed significantly to their championship run. Other running backs trying out included Dare Ogunbawale and Kenny McIntosh.
- •James Robinson rushed for 1,070 yards as a rookie in 2020.
- •Robinson played for the Packers in 2023, appearing in just one game.
- •He has not played in the NFL since 2023.
- •Ogunbawale has a varied NFL career including a notable field goal.
- •McIntosh was released by the Seahawks on July 27.
- 7:11 PMYahoo Sports — James Robinson gets a tryout with Raiders
"Six years after running back James Robinson rushed for 1,070 yards as a rookie in 2020 with the Jaguars, he's looking for a path back to the NFL.
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