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sports1 year ago

"Panthers Make Major Defensive Moves in Free Agency, Sign Ex-Lions DL and Broncos LB"

Former Detroit Lions defensive tackle A'Shawn Robinson has reportedly agreed to a three-year, $22.5 million deal with the Carolina Panthers, reuniting with ex-Rams defensive assistant and current Panthers defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero. Robinson, a second-round pick in 2016, brings size and strength to the Panthers' defensive line, having shown flashes of potential during his career. The Lions, meanwhile, have added former Vikings and Saints edge defender Marcus Davenport and may continue to address their defensive line needs in free agency.

sports2 years ago

"Dexter Lawrence returns for Giants vs. Packers, Aaron Jones out"

Dexter Lawrence and A'Shawn Robinson will be active for the Giants in Monday Night Football, while Aaron Jones is officially out for the Packers. Lawrence and Robinson were questionable due to hamstring injuries, but will be playing. The Giants' inactives include Evan Neal, Parris Campbell, Jashaun Corbin, Gervarrius Owens, and Boogie Basham. AJ Dillon will start for the Packers in place of Aaron Jones, who has been sidelined with a knee injury. Linebacker Quay Walker is also out for the Packers.

sports2 years ago

A'Shawn Robinson bolsters Giants' defensive line in free agency.

The New York Giants have added former Los Angeles Rams defensive lineman A'Shawn Robinson to upgrade their run defense, which ranked 30th in EPA per play and 31st in yards per attempt in 2022. Robinson's presence, along with the additions of linebacker Bobby Okereke and defensive lineman Rakeem Nunez-Roches, should drastically help the Giants' defense up front. Robinson is a strong run defender with the ability to play nose, 1-shade, and 5-technique two-gap in certain big personnel packages. He is also a special teams ace with the ability to block kicks.

sports2 years ago

"NY Giants: Draft Surprises and Free Agent Targets"

NFL writers Peter King and Albert Breer connect Notre Dame tight end Michael Mayer to the New York Giants at No. 25 in the upcoming NFL Draft. The Giants signed defensive tackle A'Shawn Robinson and running back Saquon Barkley comments on his contract standoff with the team. The Giants' biggest need ahead of the draft is listed as cornerback, but they could also use a big-bodied receiver on the line of scrimmage. Various mock drafts suggest the Giants could target players such as Deonte Banks, Jordan Addison, or Kelee Ringo.

sports2 years ago

New York Giants Sign DT A'Shawn Robinson in Free Agency

The New York Giants have signed free agent defensive lineman A'Shawn Robinson to a one-year deal worth up to $8 million. Robinson, who previously played for the Los Angeles Rams, will join a talented defensive front in New York and aim to earn a longer-term contract next offseason. The Giants' decision to sign Robinson signals their commitment to having notable depth along the defensive interior, with Dexter Lawrence and Leonard Williams already in the fold. The Rams, meanwhile, have lost Robinson and Greg Gaines from their DT room, meaning the position could be one of interest in this week's draft.

sports2 years ago

New York Giants Sign DT A'Shawn Robinson to Bolster Defensive Line

The New York Giants have signed defensive lineman A'Shawn Robinson to a one-year deal worth up to $8 million in an effort to improve their run defense. Robinson spent the previous three seasons with the Los Angeles Rams and was a key cog on their championship team in 2021. The Giants had the 27th-ranked run defense last season and also signed defensive lineman Rakeem Nunez-Roches in free agency to join Dexter Lawrence and Leonard Williams on the defensive line.

sports2 years ago

Giants sign A'Shawn Robinson to bolster defensive line.

The New York Giants have signed defensive tackle A'Shawn Robinson to a one-year deal worth up to $8 million. Robinson, who spent the last three seasons with the Rams, recorded 42 total tackles with two tackles for loss and three quarterback hits in 10 games in 2022. The 28-year-old defensive lineman has recorded 7.0 sacks, 20 tackles for loss, and 20 QB hits in his 93 career games.

sports2 years ago

"Uncovering Browns' Free Agency and Draft Targets for 2023 Season"

The Cleveland Browns still have some needs to fill in NFL free agency, including a change-of-pace running back, a starting one-tech defensive tackle, a rotational pass rush specialist, a third safety for DIME looks, and a nickel cornerback. Jerick McKinnon, A'Shawn Robinson, Ben Banogu, Ryan Neal, and Joshua Kalu are five under-the-radar targets that could fill these needs for the Browns.

sports2 years ago

"NY Giants' Potential Game-Changers: Robinson Visit and Underrated Players"

The New York Giants are reportedly bringing in veteran defensive tackle A'Shawn Robinson for a visit as they continue to address their run defense and defensive line depth. Robinson, who turns 28 on Tuesday, spent the last three seasons with the Los Angeles Rams and is currently ranked No. 31 on the Pro Football Focus list of remaining free agents. While he has only recorded 7.0 sacks in his career, Robinson could provide quality depth and run defense for the Giants if signed.