Eddie Robinson Jr. facts for kids
Robinson in 2024
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| Alabama State Hornets | |||||||||||||
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| Position: | Head coach | ||||||||||||
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| Born: | April 13, 1970 New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S. |
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| Height: | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) | ||||||||||||
| Weight: | 240 lb (109 kg) | ||||||||||||
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| High school: | Brother Martin (New Orleans, Louisiana) |
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| College: | Alabama State | ||||||||||||
| NFL Draft: | 1992 / Round: 2 / Pick: 50 | ||||||||||||
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Eddie Robinson Jr. (born April 13, 1970) is an American football coach and a former professional player. He played as a linebacker in the NFL for 11 years. Today, he is the head coach for the Alabama State Hornets football team.
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Eddie Robinson Jr.'s College Football Journey
Eddie Robinson Jr. grew up in New Orleans, Louisiana. He went to Brother Martin High School and graduated in 1988. Eddie then earned an academic scholarship to Alabama State University.
Playing for the Alabama State Hornets
He joined the football team as a walk-on player. At first, he played as an offensive guard. Later, he switched to playing linebacker, where he truly shined. He earned his Bachelor's degree in Chemistry in 1994.
Eddie played football all four years in college. He was recognized as an All-SWAC player in 1990 and 1991. He also won the SWAC Defensive Player of the Year award in both those years. In 1990, he received The Toyota Leadership Award. In 1998, at just 28 years old, he became the youngest person ever inducted into the SWAC Hall of Fame.
Eddie Robinson Jr.'s NFL Career
In 1992, Eddie Robinson Jr. was chosen in the 1992 NFL draft. The Houston Oilers picked him in the second round. He was the 50th player chosen overall.
Playing for NFL Teams
Eddie played in the National Football League for 11 years. He played for several teams during his career:
- Houston Oilers (1992–1995)
- Jacksonville Jaguars (1996–1997)
- Tennessee Oilers / Titans (1998–2001)
- Buffalo Bills (2002)
He even played in Super Bowl XXXIV with the Titans in 2000.
"Steady Eddie" on the Field
Eddie was known as "Steady Eddie" because of his careful preparation. He knew the game very well. His coaches and teammates praised his leadership skills. He always paid close attention to details.
He finished his NFL career with impressive stats. He had 805 tackles, 23 sacks, and six interceptions. He also scored one defensive touchdown.
Broadcasting Career
After his playing career, Eddie Robinson Jr. became a college football analyst. From 2005 to 2014, he worked for:
- Fox Sports South
- ESPNU
- ESPN3
- Comcast
He also co-hosted a weekly TV sports show called INSIDE SWAC. This show aired from 2006 to 2009.
Coaching Career
On November 26, 2021, Eddie Robinson Jr. returned to his old college. He was hired as the head coach for Alabama State University's football team. Since becoming head coach, his team has had winning seasons. They finished 6–5 in 2022, 7–4 in 2023, and 7–5 in 2024.
