A Farewell on His 33rd Birthday
Former NFL wide receiver Allen Robinson II has officially ended his professional football career. After stepping away from the gridiron and sitting out the 2025 season, the 33-year-old shared his retirement decision in an Instagram video on Monday, which coincided with his birthday.In his social media message, Robinson reflected on the close of his football journey, expressing immense gratitude for a sport that he says rewarded, challenged, and shaped him for a lifetime.
The Penn State Roots & Breakout in Jacksonville
Before his professional days, Robinson made his mark at Penn State, where he secured 177 receptions for 2,479 yards and 17 touchdowns during a three-year stint in Happy Valley.That collegiate success led the Jacksonville Jaguars to select him in the second round of the 2014 NFL Draft.
His second year in the league became a milestone. During the 2015 season, Robinson amassed 80 catches for a career-high 1,400 receiving yards and tied for the NFL lead with 14 receiving touchdowns.This dominant performance earned him a spot in the Pro Bowl—the sole selection of his career.
Chicago Bears Success
After four years in Jacksonville, Robinson transitioned to the Chicago Bears in 2018 on a multi-year agreement.He became the primary offensive weapon for Chicago, leading the roster in receptions for three consecutive years from 2018 through 2020. Furthermore, he cemented his name in Chicago history by becoming just the fifth player in the franchise to post 1,000 receiving yards in back-to-back seasons.
Mentorship in Pittsburgh & Final Stops
Following his tenure with the Bears and a brief stint with the Los Angeles Rams in 2022, Robinson was traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers for the 2023 season.He suited up for 17 games in Pittsburgh, securing 34 catches for 280 yards.
Despite a relatively short stay, Robinson held the Steelers organization in high regard. In his retirement video, he spoke glowingly of head coach Mike Tomlin. Robinson noted that Tomlin provided an unparalleled day-to-day experience, eventually prompting the receiver to tell his agent he couldn’t imagine playing for a different coach.He also credited the young Pittsburgh wideouts—specifically Diontae Johnson, George Pickens, and Calvin Austin—for rejuvenating his love for the sport and keeping his spirit young.
Robinson’s final on-field appearances came in 2024 as a member of the Detroit Lions, where he logged 30 yards on three catches across 12 games.
Final Career Statistics & Life After Football
Across his 11 active seasons playing for five different franchises, Robinson compiled 565 career receptions, totaling 7,058 yards and 43 touchdowns.
Now stepping away from the turf, Robinson is transitioning to the microphone. The seasoned veteran is launching a career in sports media, bringing his insights to fans as the host of his own program, the Press Release Podcast.
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