Landon Robinson earns roster spot with Cincinnati Bengals

Copley High School graduate and U.S. Naval Academy alumnus Landon Robinson secured a position on the Cincinnati Bengals 53-man roster. The defensive tackle, who was selected in the seventh round of the draft, confirmed the news during a conversation with his mother. Beyond his football career, Robinson serves as a second lieutenant officer and a reserve Marine. He and his mother founded the Landon Robinson Foundation in April to provide mental health advocacy and resources for youth. The organization focuses on addressing suicide prevention through education and professional research support. Robinson intends to use his platform as a professional player to increase awareness for these mental health initiatives.

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