The San Francisco 49ers have acquired running back Brian Robinson Jr. from the Washington Commanders in exchange for a sixth-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. The trade, confirmed by multiple sources including NFL Network and ESPN's Adam Schefter, also includes the Commanders covering a portion of Robinson's $3.4 million salary for the 2025 season, reportedly around $1.25 million. Robinson, 26, rushed for 799 yards and scored eight touchdowns in the 2024 season with Washington. The 49ers made the move to bolster their backfield amid injuries and have positioned Robinson as the No. 2 running back behind Christian McCaffrey. Robinson has expressed readiness to complement McCaffrey and aims to form one of the best running back duos in the league. The trade follows a series of recent transactions between the 49ers and Commanders, including the earlier exchange of wide receiver Deebo Samuel. Robinson has passed his physical and has already participated in 49ers practice sessions, wearing jersey number 30. The 49ers also waived wide receiver Malik Knowles following the trade. The move is seen as a strategic effort by the 49ers to strengthen their offense for the upcoming season under coach Kyle Shanahan.