Former Pro Bowl WR Allen Robinson Announces Retirement

Allen Robinson II, a veteran wide receiver who played 11 seasons in the NFL, announced his retirement on Monday, August 24, 2026. The 33-year-old former Pro Bowl selection shared the decision on his Instagram account, which was also his birthday.

Robinson's announcement brought a formal close to a career that spanned seven franchises and included periods of high production followed by recent struggles. "To every love story, there comes a final chapter," Robinson wrote in his post. "Football gave me more than I ever could've imagined. It challenged me, shaped me, humbled me, and rewarded me in ways I'll carry for the rest of my life."

Selected by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the second round of the 2014 NFL Draft, Robinson spent his first four seasons with the team. His career peak came in 2015, when he recorded 80 receptions for 1,400 yards and 14 touchdowns, leading the league in touchdown catches and earning his only Pro Bowl selection. He later played for the Chicago Bears, Los Angeles Rams, Pittsburgh Steelers, and Detroit Lions. Robinson spent the 2024 season with the Lions and did not play during the 2025 campaign after failing to secure a contract with another team.