Corey Robinson (offensive tackle)


Corey Robinson is an American football offensive tackle who is currently a free agent. He played college football at South Carolina, and was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the seventh round of the 2015 NFL Draft. He has also played for the Carolina Panthers and Jacksonville Jaguars.

College career

Robinson began his college career at South Carolina as a transition player from offensive line to defensive line, before permanently switching back to offensive line as a redshirt sophomore in 2012. He logged 35 career starts in 38 games during his time as a Gamecock.

Professional career

Detroit Lions

Robinson was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the seventh round, 240th overall, in the 2015 NFL Draft. He made his NFL debut in Week 1 of the 2015 season against the San Diego Chargers before being inactive for the remainder of the season.
Robinson was placed on injured reserve on January 3, 2017 with a foot injury.
On September 12, 2017, Robinson was placed on injured reserve with a foot injury. He was activated off injured reserve to the active roster on November 11, 2017.

Carolina Panthers

On September 1, 2018, the Lions traded Robinson to the Carolina Panthers for a draft pick. He was released by the Panthers on September 25, 2018.

Jacksonville Jaguars

On November 19, 2018, Robinson was signed by the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Washington Redskins

On July 27, 2019, Robinson was signed by the Washington Redskins. He was waived on August 31, 2019.