Brian Robinson & The Bucs
February 12th, 2026
Joe has no earthly idea how the Bucs really feel about fourth-year running back Sean Tucker.
It’s common at One Buc Palace to say Tucker needs more touches … and then to not give him more touches.
Tucker was stuck at No. 3 on the Bucs’ depth chart for three years but now running back Rachaad White has left the building, happily strutting toward free agency telling everyone he can’t wait to leave Tampa.
Does that mean the Bucs are excited to bump Tucker up to the No. 2 role? Joe can’t go there. The evidence isn’t there.
And given questions surrounding Bucky Irving after a rough season on and off the field, Joe suspects the Bucs want a free agent running back.
So how about a guy Bucs fans are too familiar with? No, Joe’s not talking about Tyler Allgeier again. Joe is referring to Brian Robinson.
Don’t remember him? With Washington in 2024, Robinson had 40 yards rushing and a touchdown on 12 carries, plus 49 yards receiving against Tampa Bay on opening day. And the Bucs saw him again in the playoffs. He had a big postseason game against Detroit (15 carries for 77 yards and 2 touchdowns) a week after Washington knocked the Bucs out of the postseason.
Last summer, Washington traded Robinson to the 49ers for a sixth-round pick. He played in every game as a backup and amassed 400 yards rushing on 92 carries with 2 touchdowns. He’s been a steady career performer after Washington drafted him seven picks after the Bucs took White in the 2022 draft.
At 6-2, 225 pounds, Robinson is an intriguing complement to Bucky Irving.
Joe’s not calling for the Bucs to chase Robinson, but he feels like a safe choice if confidence in Tucker is a thing of the past. And Joe admits to being intrigued that 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan was hungry to trade for Robinson.
The free agency frenzy begins Monday, March 9, at noon.
February 12th, 2026 at 6:07 pm
I want that Notre Dame running back. The fast one who leaves DBs in the dust. I’d speck a 1 on him then draft defense the rest of the way.
February 12th, 2026 at 6:36 pm
Love will be drafted between 5 and 10. I would be shocked if he’s there at 15.
February 12th, 2026 at 6:55 pm
If we’re gonna go after a RB in the draft I’d say either Demond Claiborne or J’Mari Taylor. Can wait until at least the 3rd round to get them & they could be sleepers
February 12th, 2026 at 7:57 pm
Can he Rush the Passer? The only thing we will be excited about this offseason is a blatant display organizationally of a commitment of improving our Putrid Pass Defense by any means possible. And yes, make a Trade or sign a Stud Edge FA.
February 12th, 2026 at 8:05 pm
What kinda deal does Reece hall get in the open market ?
February 12th, 2026 at 10:11 pm
I would not be too upset if the Bucs went after a RB1 type – either in FA (Breece Hall anyone?) or went out & drafted either of the ND RB’s – with both looking like very solid Day 1 / 2 options.
February 12th, 2026 at 10:31 pm
Sean Tucker can definitely be a #2 RB. He has shown he can tote the rock. Yes, he needs to work on his blocking. Just feed him. We won’t be disappointed.
February 12th, 2026 at 10:41 pm
Not a one I should keep track of These Bucs
and …. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤙🏾🤙🏾
February 12th, 2026 at 11:02 pm
Does that mean the Bucs are excited to bump Tucker up to the No. 2 role? Joe can’t go there. The evidence isn’t there.
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Tucker isn’t even going to get tendered, so he might not even be on the team.
Anywho, Robinson would be a giant upgrade over Tucker – and would be a different style of runner. I’d be totally for brining him in as a #2 back.
February 12th, 2026 at 11:04 pm
Tucker should be RB1 moving forward.
Will he? I doubt it bcuz our coaches our too dumb to do that.