Chop Robinson Finalist for Top NFL Award

Discover the rising star in the Miami Dolphins defense, Chop Robinson. Learn about his impressive rookie season and his journey from Penn State to the NFL.

Ethan Johnson January 24, 2025

One of the bright spots for the Miami Dolphins this year was former Penn State standout, Chop Robinson.

Robinson‘s season has landed him on the list of finalists for the AP Defensive Rookie of the Year award.

The rookie linebacker/edge rusher was the 21^st overall pick in the 2024 draft and has racked up 6 sacks, good for second on the team, in addition to 26 tackles and four pass deflections.

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Chop Robinson’s Ascent Continues

Chop Robinson, Penn State Football, Miami Dolphins — Jul 28, 2024; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Miami Dolphins linebacker Chop Robinson (44) works out during training camp at Baptist Health Training Complex. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports

In 2023, Robinson had 4 sacks, 2 forced fumbles, and 15 total tackles for Penn State’s defense.

Robinson stepped up big in the NFL and adjusted to the speed of the professional game under the tutelage of offensive tackle Terron Armstead and fellow edge rushers Bradley Chubb, Jaelan Phillips, and Emmanuel Ogbah.

Chop Robinson’s Defensive Rookie of the Year competition includes Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean of the Philadelphia Eagles and Braden Fiske and Jared Verse of the Los Angeles Rams.