Junior Robinson
American and Canadian football player
About Junior Robinson
Lived 1968 – 1995 (aged 27). Junior Robinson was an American american football player and canadian football player.
David Lee Robinson Jr. (February 3, 1968 – September 30, 1995) was an American professional football defensive back who played in the National Football League (NFL), the World League of American Football (WLAF), and the Canadian Football League (CFL). He played for the New England Patriots and Detroit Lions of the NFL, the Sacramento Surge of the WLAF, and the Sacramento Gold Miners and Memphis Mad Dogs of the CFL. Robinson played collegiately at East Carolina University.
Professional career Robinson was selected by the New England Patriots in the fifth round (110th pick overall) of the 1990 NFL draft. He signed with the team on July 19, 1990. During his rookie season, he appeared in all 16 regular season games and returned 11 kickoffs for 211 yards, averaging 19.2 yards per return. The Patriots released him in final roster cuts on August 26, 1991.
Death Robinson died in a car accident on September 30, 1995.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Junior Robinson?
American and Canadian football player (1968-1995)
When was Junior Robinson born?
Junior Robinson was born on 3 February 1968 in High Point.
When did Junior Robinson die?
Junior Robinson died on 30 September 1995 in Winston-Salem.
What was Junior Robinson's occupation?
Junior Robinson was an american football player and canadian football player.
What nationality was Junior Robinson?
Junior Robinson was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Junior Robinson (gridiron football)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Junior Robinson. https://biography.guide/junior-robinson-american-football-player/
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