Chop Robinson is entering his sophomore season in the NFL with a clear focus: stick to what works. As the Miami Dolphins\u2019 first-round pick in 2024, Robinson made a significant impact in the latter half of his rookie season, and his progression is crucial to fortifying the Dolphins\u2019 defense.<\/p>\n
Speaking with reporters on Wednesday, Robinson shared, \u201cFor me it\u2019s just doing the same things I was doing last year that led up to my success last year, but just being more keyed in on it and understanding, watching film, understanding what I\u2019m watching, get more keys I can pick up on from the tackle or just the offense.\u201d He prefers to keep his goals close to his chest, letting his performance on the field do the talking.<\/p>\n
Last season, Robinson started with a more modest impact, putting up just 11 quarterback pressures in the first eight games. However, he hit his stride in the latter half, racking up 45 pressures from Week 9 onward.<\/p>\n
Robinson\u2019s breakout moment came during a crucial Week 12 victory over the New England Patriots, where he recorded 10 pressures and tallied all six of his sacks for the season in that same stretch. By moving further outside the tackles, Robinson unleashed his speed and explosiveness, proving too much for offensive linemen to handle.<\/p>\n
Despite the accolades from last year\u2019s turnaround, Robinson is firmly focused on the present. \u201cI enjoyed it a little bit, but it\u2019s Year 2, so whatever happened in the past, that doesn\u2019t really matter anymore,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n
The upcoming season promises to be intriguing, not just for Robinson\u2019s development, but also for the reintegration of some key players on the Dolphins\u2019 defensive line. Bradley Chubb, who spent last season mentoring Robinson from the sidelines due to a knee injury, is now back in action.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s kind of like the same thing he was doing when he was off the field with me last year, just tuning into the things that he was able to do,\u201d Robinson remarked about Chubb. Now, they have the chance to work in tandem, honing their craft together.<\/p>\n
Another critical piece, Jaelan Phillips, is returning from a torn ACL suffered in Week 4 of last season. A healthy Phillips, alongside Chubb and an evolving Robinson, could transform Miami\u2019s pass rush into a formidable force.<\/p>\n
Robinson is evidently excited about the prospects: \u201cJust imagining the three of us on the field at the same time\u2026 it\u2019s kind of hard for tackles to keep up. If we\u2019re all on the field at the same time, it can kind of mess up the offense\u2019s mind because they wouldn\u2019t know what to do.\u201d<\/p>\n
Adding to this mix is rookie Kenneth Grant, drafted 13th overall to bolster the interior defensive line. While Robinson and Grant were once college rivals, Robinson now plays the role of mentor, guiding the newcomer through the pressures of being a first-round pick. \u201cI\u2019ve been in that position last year, being a first-round pick,\u201d Robinson shared, highlighting the importance of staying grounded and focused on the playbook.<\/p>\n
The Dolphins\u2019 defense will lean heavily on its pass rush this season, primarily due to an unproven cornerback unit. Generating pressure without reliance on the blitz will be crucial in supporting the secondary.<\/p>\n
Robinson, aware of the expectations, remains steadfast in his preparation. \u201cFor me, I\u2019m going to just keep the same thing that\u2019s been keeping me going,\u201d he said confidently.<\/p>\n
There\u2019s no need for change when the formula has proven effective \u2014 at least until it\u2019s time to adapt further.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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