LB Adrian Robinson was claimed off waivers by the Denver Broncos today. He is slated to practice tomorrow and will play special teams. Robinson was traded by the Steelers August 23rd in exchange for Felix Jones from the Eagles. The Eagles released Robinson Friday.
Today the Steelers have traded Adrian Robinson to the Eagles for Felix Jones.
Jones, who was drafted one pick before Mendenhall in 2008, spent 5 years with the Cowboys before signing a one year deal with the Eagles in May. The former 1st round pick turned 26 in May, and averaged 4.8 yards per carry during his time with the Cowboys. He also has kickoff return experience, with a 23.9 yard per return average.
Robinson, who was signed as an UDFA out of Temple in 2012, was on the roster last year and active for 12 games. His chances of making the 53 man roster this year were slim.
I wouldn’t read too much into this acquisition. Jones isn’t a lock to make the roster, and the trade isn’t even official unless both men pass physicals today. Jones left the Eagles preseason game early last week with a rib injury, and has battled with ankle and knee injuries for much of his career.