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HBCU Football: Top 10 undrafted NFL free agent signees in 2021

By Dante Pryor

TALLAHASSEE, FL - OCTOBER 5: Defensive back Bryan Mills #22 of the North Carolina Central Eagles makes a tackle on wide receiver Marcus Williams #80 of the Florida A&M Rattlers after a catch during the game at Bragg Memorial Stadium Stadium on October 5, 2019 in Tallahassee, Florida. The Rattlers defeated the Eagles 28-21. (Photo by Don Juan Moore/Getty Images)
TALLAHASSEE, FL - OCTOBER 5: Defensive back Bryan Mills #22 of the North Carolina Central Eagles makes a tackle on wide receiver Marcus Williams #80 of the Florida A&M Rattlers after a catch during the game at Bragg Memorial Stadium Stadium on October 5, 2019 in Tallahassee, Florida. The Rattlers defeated the Eagles 28-21. (Photo by Don Juan Moore/Getty Images) /
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Sep 15, 2018; Boca Raton, FL, USA; Bethune Cookman Wildcats wide receiver Jimmie Robinson (22) celebrates his touchdown against the Florida Atlantic Owls during the first half at FAU Football Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 15, 2018; Boca Raton, FL, USA; Bethune Cookman Wildcats wide receiver Jimmie Robinson (22) celebrates his touchdown against the Florida Atlantic Owls during the first half at FAU Football Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports /

9. Jimmie Robinson, WR, Bethune-Cookman (Bengals rookie camp)

A 40 of 4.28 seconds. When anyone is that fast, expect a phone call. That is precisely what happened with Bethune-Cookman wide receiver Jimmie Robinson. The Wildcats’ diminutive dynamo took full advantage of the HBCU combine invitation.

In addition to running a blazing 4.28 forty-yard dash, Robinson did 14 reps of 225 pounds on the bench press. Don’t be fooled by his size (5-foot-7 or 8, 175 pounds). As Football Gameplan founder Emory Hunt says, “size is not a skill, and you can’t hit what you can’t catch.”

While at Bethune-Cookman, Robinson had 39 receptions and four touchdowns. What got the attention of scouts likely was the 880 kick return yards. Robinson’s size and ability as a returner caught the attention of the Cincinnati Bengals.

The Bengals invited Robinson to their rookie camp. Bethune-Cookman used Robinson all over the field while at Daytona Beach. Robinson lined up a receiver and running back in addition to returning kicks.

That versatility could be an asset for the Bengals. In addition, they add dynamic, skilled playmakers around the former number one overall pick Joe Burrow, who is recovering from a season-ending injury. The Bengals reunited Burrow with LSU receiver Ja’Marr Chase in the draft.

Adding Robinson could mean a speedy player that can be used in sub-packages, in the slot, jet sweeps, and even coming out of the backfield. Robinson’s special teams’ ability and speed should keep him on the roster, and he could develop into an offensive contributor.

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