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APRIL 15 • Associated Press

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MARCH 12 • Associated Press

Gets one-year deal with Tampa Bay Robinson and the Buccaneers agreed to terms on a one-year, $10 million contract Wednesday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact Robinson was released by the Panthers on Tuesday, but it didn't take long for the veteran defensive end to find a new home, as he'll stay in the NFC South with the Buccaneers. He spent the last two years in Carolina and logged 65 tackles (21 solo), including 2.5 sacks, three pass defenses and one fumble recovery across 17 regular-season games in 2025. Robinson will join a Buccaneers defensive line that also includes Vita Vea, Elijah Roberts and Calijah Kancey.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Panthers release starting defensive lineman A'Shawn Robinson after 2 seasons

The Carolina Panthers released starting defensive lineman A’Shawn Robinson on Tuesday in a move that will save $10.5 million in salary cap space

MARCH 10 • Associated Press

Released by Carolina The Panthers released Robinson on Tuesday.

Impact Robinson had one year remaining on his contract, but his diminished production in 2025 is likely the reason he will be released early. The 30-year-old defensive tackle will now be able to seek a new contract once free agency starts Wednesday. Robinson is a durable, time-tested veteran who could strengthen the depth of many teams' interior defensive units.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Production dips in 2025 Robinson tallied 65 total tackles (21 solo), including 2.5 sacks, and three passes defensed across 17 regular-season games in 2025.

Impact In the second season of a three-year, $22.5 million contract, the 30-year-old from Alabama remained one of Carolina's top interior defensive linemen, starting 16 of the 17 regular-season games he appeared in. However, Robinson saw declines in several statistical categories compared to 2024, finishing with fewer total tackles (80 to 65), sacks (5.5 to 3.5) and forced fumbles (one to zero). Those dips are partially attributable to the return of Derrick Brown and the additions of Bobby Brown (concussion) and Tershawn Wharton (hamstring) in free agency, as Robinson played 58 fewer snaps this season. He's expected to remain a crucial part of the Panthers' defensive line following the team's 2025 playoff run.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Gets after quarterback in Week 8 Robinson recorded three total tackles (one solo), including 0.5 sacks, in Sunday's 40-9 loss to the Bills.

Impact Robinson has now logged at least 0.5 sacks in three of the Panthers' last four games. He's played 289 defensive snaps across eight games this season, recording 28 total tackles, including 2.5 sacks, and two passes defended. The veteran defensive lineman is expected to continue operating as Carolina's No. 1 nose tackle heading into the Week 9 matchup against the Packers.

OCTOBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up sack in Week 7 win Robinson registered four tackles (three solo), including 1.0 sacks, in a 13-6 win over the Jets on Sunday.

Impact Robinson's sack was a takedown of Justin Fields on the final play of the first half. The veteran defensive tackle has 2.0 sacks on the season, and they've both come over the past three weeks. Through seven games, Robinson has 25 total tackles and two defensed passes.

OCTOBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 7, 2025 • THESTATE.COM

Calf has healed Robinson (calf) is participating in OTAs.

Impact Robinson has recovered from the calf injury he suffered in Carolina's final game of the 2024 season. He projects to play in a rotational role along the defensive line after posting career highs with 5.5 sacks among his 80 tackles last season.

JUNE 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 5, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't return vs. Atlanta Robinson (calf) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Falcons, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

Impact Robinson suffered a calf injury in the first quarter of Sunday's game, and the issue is serious enough for him to be sidelined for the rest of the contest. Jaden Crumedy will see more reps at defensive end with the first-team defense the rest of the way.

JANUARY 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Exits Week 18 game with calf issue Robinson is questionable to return to Sunday's matchup versus Atlanta due to a calf injury, Mike Kaye of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Impact Robinson was deemed questionable late in the first half. He was putting together a strong performance prior to his departure, racking up five tackles. Jaden Crumedy and Sam Roberts are candidates to step in if for as long as Robinson remains out.

JANUARY 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Sunday Robinson (neck) is active for Sunday's game against the Falcons, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

Impact The defensive end missed the first two practice sessions of the week before participating on a limited basis Friday. Now, the 29-year-old will get to conclude a productive season in which he's played on at least half of the defensive snaps in all 15 games he's played in. Robinson has 75 tackles (42 solo), including 5.5 sacks, a pass breakup and a forced fumble in 2024.

JANUARY 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Could play in Week 18 Robinson (neck) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Falcons.

Impact Robinson appears to be trending toward playing in Sunday's divisional matchup, as he upgraded to a limited practice session Friday after opening the week with consecutive DNPs. The 29-year-old has been one of Carolina's most productive defensive players this season, recording 75 total tackles, including 5.5 sacks, and one forced fumble over 15 appearances. If he's unable to play through his neck injury in Week 18, Jaden Crumedy is likely to see increased work with the Panthers' first-team defense.

JANUARY 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Sits out practice to begin Week 18 Robinson (neck) was a non-participant in practice Wednesday.

Impact Robinson was on the injury report last week due to a knee injury and an illness, but he now appears to be dealing with a neck issue. The veteran defensive end did end up playing this past Sunday against Tampa Bay, but he logged a season-low 50 percent defensive snap share, possibly due to the neck injury. It's not yet clear if Robinson will suit up Sunday versus Atlanta; if he doesn't play, Jaden Crumedy and Sam Roberts could be in line for an increase in defensive snaps.

JANUARY 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play against Tampa Bay Robinson (knee/illness) is active for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

Impact Despite being downgraded to a DNP on Friday due to a knee injury and an illness, Robinson has progressed enough over the weekend to be cleared to play Sunday. The 2016 second-round pick has logged 28 tackles (15 solo), including 2.5 sacks, in the five games since the Panthers' Week 11 bye. Robinson will start at defensive end opposite LaBryan Ray while Jaden Crumedy and Sam Roberts serve as the backups.

DECEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Week 17 Robinson (knee/illness) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Bucs.

Impact Robinson trended backward in terms of practice participation this week, going from full Wednesday to limited Thursday to DNP on Friday. The Panthers already have three defensive linemen on injured reserve. If Robinson is unable to play Sunday, LaBryan Ray, Jaden Crumedy and Sam Roberts would be left to soak up the snaps on each side of NT Shy Tuttle.

DECEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in Thursday's practice Robinson (knee) was listed as a limited practice participant on Thursday's injury report.

Impact Robinson was able to fully participate in Tuesday's half-speed walkthrough, but he downgraded to a limited participant in Thursday's session due to a lingering knee issue. Robinson would likely fade an injury designation ahead of Sunday's NFC South clash against the Buccaneers if he were able to practice fully Friday. In the five games since the Panthers' Week 11 bye, Robinson has logged 28 tackles (15 solo), including 2.5 sacks.

DECEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shows out in OT win Robinson recorded seven total tackles (three solo), including 1.0 sacks, in Sunday's 36-30 overtime win over the Cardinals.

Impact The 29-year-old didn't record a sack over the Panthers' first six games this year, but he's since turned his season around, tallying 5.5 sacks over Carolina's last eight games. Robinson, a first-year Panther, has also accumulated 73 total tackles, one pass defended and one forced fumble across 14 appearances this season. He's expected to continue serving as one of the Panthers' top pass rushers as the team travels to Tampa Bay in Week 17.

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go against Cardinals Robinson (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

Impact Robinson has worked through a knee injury that he likely picked up during the Panthers' Week 15 loss to the Cowboys. Despite ending the week as a DNP on Friday, Robinson has done enough over the weekend to be cleared to play Sunday. In the four games since the Panthers' Week 11 bye, Robinson has registered 21 tackles (12 solo), including 1.5 sacks.

DECEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Sunday Robinson (knee) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Cardinals.

Impact The veteran defensive lineman appears to be trending in the wrong direction ahead of Sunday's contest, as he downgraded from a limited practice session Thursday to a DNP on Friday. However, if Robinson is able to play through his knee injury in Week 16, he's expected to serve as one of the Panthers' starting defensive ends.

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Practices Thursday Robinson (knee) was listed as a limited practice participant on Thursday's injury report.

Impact Robinson was unable to practice Wednesday due to a knee injury he likely picked up during the Panthers' Week 15 loss to the Cowboys. He would avoid an injury designation heading into Sunday's game against the Cardinals if he can log a full practice Friday. The veteran defensive end has accumulated 66 tackles (39 solo), including a career-best 4.5 sacks, one pass defense and one forced fumble across 13 regular-season games.

DECEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs DNP on Wednesday Robinson (knee) didn't practice Wednesday.

Impact Robinson played 44 defensive snaps and recorded two total tackles in the Panthers' Week 15 loss to the Cowboys, seemingly picking up a knee injury in the process. The veteran defensive end has been one of Carolina's most consistent defensive players this season, having recorded 66 total tackles, including 4.5 sacks, and one forced fumble over 13 appearances. He almost certainly needs to upgrade to at least limited practice Thursday or Friday in order to suit up in Week 16, when the Panthers host the Cardinals.

DECEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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Buccaneers could focus on bolstering their defense through the draft

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