Full Breakdown
Allen Robinson II Announces Retirement on 33rd Birthday After 11-Year NFL Career
8/25/2026, 8:01:03 AM
Core Event
On August 24, 2026, former wide receiver Allen Robinson II posted an Instagram video announcing his retirement, coinciding with his 33rd birthday.
Background & Context
- 2014 – Drafted in the second round by the Jacksonville Jaguars after three years at Penn State (177 catches, 2,479 yards, 17 TDs).
- 2015 – Recorded 1,400 receiving yards and led the league with 14 TD receptions, earning a Pro Bowl nod.
- 2018–2021 – Signed with the Chicago Bears, posting back-to-back 1,000-yard seasons in 2019 (1,147 yards) and 2020 (1,250 yards).
- 2022 – Joined the Los Angeles Rams on a three-year, $46.5 million deal; 33 catches for 339 yards before a foot injury ended his season.
- 2023 – Traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers, catching 34 passes for 280 yards.
- 2024 – Played 12 games for the Detroit Lions, adding three receptions for 30 yards.
- 2025 – Remained unsigned and sat out the season.
Data & Statistics
- Career totals: 565 receptions, 7,058 yards, 43 touchdowns (most sources).
- Best season: 2015 with Jacksonville – 80 catches, 1,400 yards, 14 TDs.
- Bears output: 293 receptions, 3,561 yards, 18 TDs; 102 receptions in 2020, second-most in franchise history.
- Earnings: Over $96 million in contract value.
Key Figures & Groups
- Allen Robinson II – Former NFL wide receiver, second-round pick (2014).
- Jacksonville Jaguars – Drafting team (2014-2017).
- Chicago Bears – Primary employer (2018-2021).
- Los Angeles Rams – $46.5 million deal (2022).
- Pittsburgh Steelers – One-year stint (2023).
- Detroit Lions – Final NFL team (2024).
Official Statements & Responses
The Chicago Bears confirmed his retirement via social media, noting his 565 catches, 7,058 yards, and 43 touchdowns.
Verbatim Quotes
- “To every love story, there comes a final chapter,” — Allen Robinson
- “This birthday feels a little different. It marks not only another year, but the beginning of a new chapter,” — Allen Robinson
- “I wanted to look back and have no regrets,” — Allen Robinson
Why It Matters
Robinson’s retirement ends an 11-year career marked by consistent production despite injuries and team changes. His Bears tenure places him among the franchise’s top receiving leaders, and his earnings illustrate the market value of elite wideouts in the modern NFL.
What’s Next
Robinson has expressed interest in sports media and has launched the “Press Release Podcast.” No formal post-retirement role has been announced by any NFL organization.
