'13 TX WR Corey Robinson (Notre Dame Early Enrollee)

[IrishLion]

Or... and hear me out here.... we try running the ball in the red zone?

Haha it's like you don't even know BK, you jokester.

 

[Bogtrotter07]

Would be nice. Malik running red zone might help...if and maybe?

I think Adams is going to be a beast as well.

Don't know what that means but will run with it.

I do believe a game day count down should be up by now. It has to be within 90 days...is Labor Day close?

Stand up person, leader within his class...is that what you talk riddles about?

You make this sound like a puzzle. I'm talking about if or not he'll be play football next year.

Let's all take a deep breath.

You are talking about what? If Corey will or will not play football next year?

All I asked is if anyone had anything more about Corey and his decision; not what the offense should or do in his potential absence next year.

 

[ThePiombino]

Agree, I wish him nothing but the best but this has no material impact on W-L's or the offense as a whole. In fact, probably better to get some young guys more reps, as they'll be counted on in the future.

Corey will do great things in life.

Couldn't possibly agree more with the entirety of this post.

 

[woolybug25]

Perhaps from an athletic standpoint, but I would think his experience would have been rather beneficial in the locker room and helping coach up the younger guys. As it stands Hunter is now our "grey beard." While he's become a great threat recently, he hasn't been as experienced as a Will Fuller, or a Chris Brown, or a TJ Jones before them. It's always nice having upper classmen leaders out there that can show the younger guys how it's done.

I think this all may be moot, as he very well may stay with the team as a mentor, as previously mentioned. Hell... there's a slight, albeit very slight in my mind, chance that he is still going to play.

That being said, I am of the opinion that the WR position group probably requires the least amount of leadership of any position group. First of all, it's by it's very nature a pre madonna position (not saying our guys are pre madonnas, just that the position is almost always where individuality is common) and doesn't require the leadership that say a QB, RB, OL or any defensive group requires. Understanding how to play tough, play through pain and be professional are all things those position groups need leadership to foster. WR's are a bit different.

It's also a deep position. One where the very nature of depth creates the same attention to detail that other positions need leadership to acquire. Want to play? Well... you better know your routes and make plays. How well you do that will create your playing time. Sure... additional things like downfield blocking is important too... but the amount of diligence you need in blocking is directly correlated with how many plays you make. If you are Randy Moss... you don't need to block. If you are Hines Ward... you better block. That mix of understanding your role and pure production is something that naturally allows WR's to perform on a high level without the leadership other positions require.

So in closing, i'm not worried about leadership in our WR group. There's a good mix of personalities, experience, skill sets and depth. Those are the things that are going to form our WR groupings. Not whether someone steps up as a leader of the group (which I also think will happen).

 

[GBdomer]

IMO he hangs it up, hence the announcement and telling the team Wed

Fucking awesome kid and I wish him nothing but the very best

 

[Graybeard52]

IMO he hangs it up, hence the announcement and telling the team Wed

Fucking awesome kid and I wish him nothing but the very best

I lean that way myself, I don't think there would be an announcement if he wasn't hanging up his cleats and I can't say that I blame him. He was a solid contributor to the team and seems like an intelligent young man with a bright future.

 

[dublinirish]

expected to retire right? he'll go on to great things

 

[KPENN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Senior Corey Robinson will not play for the Irish in 2016, but will continue to serve as a leader for the program. <a href="https://t.co/gua4JOJWot">pic.twitter.com/gua4JOJWot</a></p>— Notre Dame Football (@NDFootball) <a href="https://twitter.com/NDFootball/status/743190966379642880">June 15, 2016</a></blockquote>
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[IrishFanJMercy]

Honestly I don't blame him, health comes first. This doesn't hurt us at all it opens up more playing time for St. Brown, boykin, and Jones which I think will be great for us.

 

[KPENN]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">.<a href="https://twitter.com/NDFootball">@NDFootball</a> coach Brian Kelly on senior WR Corey Robinson's decision to stop playing football... <a href="https://t.co/YXKUEarYF1">pic.twitter.com/YXKUEarYF1</a></p>— Michael Bertsch (@NDsidBertschy) <a href="https://twitter.com/NDsidBertschy/status/743191139562455040">June 15, 2016</a></blockquote>
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[Irish Insanity]

He's destined for far greater things than football.

 

[Ultimate Penn St. Hater]

Probably a good decision. I wish him the best. He represented ND with class. True ND man.

 

[Irish YJ]

He's got brains, a good family, and cash. No reason to risk all of that. He'll do big things off the field. I wish him luck and thanks for all the hard work!!

 

[Shamrock Theories]

So happy he went this route

 

[Sherm Sticky]

Corey will be a success in life. Maybe future president one day.

I'm glad that he will still be a part of the team in the sidelines. Hope his dad still shows up to every game.


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[BobbyMac]

Thanks for the memories 88.

 

[Veritate Duce Progredi]

I'll always thing fondly of Corey, hope he can add something from his new position.

 

[ndcoltsfan2010]

Smart decision from a smart young man. Wish him nothing but a bright and prosperous future.

 

[dwshade]

This young man will do great things in life. Nothing but praise for the kid.

 

[BGIF]

A Notre Dame Man!

 

[ndcoltsfan2010]

A Notre Dame Man!

Absolutely!!

 

[ulukinatme]

Thanks for everything you did on the field, Corey. Best of luck in your new role.

 

[Graybeard52]

Given the revelations of the last ten years or so, I hail the decision. Good luck to the young man but I don't really think he needs it, he seems to have a good head on his shoulders and a good handle on priorities.

 

[Legacy]

Another fine young man who is a tribute to himself, his family and to Notre Dame. Good luck achieving all of your dreams, Corey!

Corey Robinson pursues his passion during summer internship with ND-GAIN

"Corey sought out an internship at ND-GAIN based on his interest in the poor in emerging economies,” said Joyce Coffee, managing director of ND-GAIN and Robinson’s research advisor. “He brought fresh thinking to our mission and projects, identifying the places most vulnerable to extreme weather and changing climate, and identifying real-world solutions that can prevent these changes from becoming disasters."

Robinson will also incorporate his work with ND-GAIN into his senior thesis for PLS which will apply John Stuart Mill’s utilitarianism to environmental policy-making and will use deforestation in Brazil as a specific case study.

When asked about his experience, Robinson said, “I thought the whole experience was extremely valuable because I was able to see a new industry and learn a wide range of skills. I honed my writing skills, researched minuscule data points across a wide variety of sources, and built effective models. I also learned that I really enjoy the environmental NGO field.”

Robinson’s coursework and research experience have also influenced his career plans after he graduates from Notre Dame. "I hope to pursue a master's degree in public policy or go to law school," he said. "My dream is to become an environmental policy maker or an environmental lawyer."

 

[GATTACA!]

Good luck Corey! Hope we still see the Admiral around for games.

 

[ThePiombino]

Fare thee well, Corey. Thanks for the memories!

 

[Bogtrotter07]

Another fine young man who is a tribute to himself, his family and to Notre Dame. Good luck achieving all of your dreams, Corey!

Corey Robinson pursues his passion during summer internship with ND-GAIN

"Corey sought out an internship at ND-GAIN based on his interest in the poor in emerging economies,” said Joyce Coffee, managing director of ND-GAIN and Robinson’s research advisor. “He brought fresh thinking to our mission and projects, identifying the places most vulnerable to extreme weather and changing climate, and identifying real-world solutions that can prevent these changes from becoming disasters."

Robinson will also incorporate his work with ND-GAIN into his senior thesis for PLS which will apply John Stuart Mill’s utilitarianism to environmental policy-making and will use deforestation in Brazil as a specific case study.

When asked about his experience, Robinson said, “I thought the whole experience was extremely valuable because I was able to see a new industry and learn a wide range of skills. I honed my writing skills, researched minuscule data points across a wide variety of sources, and built effective models. I also learned that I really enjoy the environmental NGO field.”

Robinson’s coursework and research experience have also influenced his career plans after he graduates from Notre Dame. "I hope to pursue a master's degree in public policy or go to law school," he said. "My dream is to become an environmental policy maker or an environmental lawyer."

Yup!

Corey Robinson for President!

2032?

 

[Irish#1]

RKG

 

[JohnnyJasper]

Thanks for the memories C-Rob!

 

[Bogtrotter07]

Nice article. Almost like a retrospective. And that is quite a complement in itself for an undergraduate, former football player!

Corey Robinson’s Top 5 Plays at Notre Dame

1.) 2014: 4th and 18 at Florida State, down 31-27, 1:34 left 4th quarter

This was quite easily Robinson’s best game of his Notre Dame career, and what a game it was: Eight catches, 99 yards and two touchdowns against the defending national champions on the road, including a leaping grab over eventual #5 pick Jalen Ramsey in the corner of the end zone. He also scored the would-be game winning touchdown on another fourth down play, but we all know why that didn’t come to fruition.

His biggest play that counted was his fourth and 18 reception, with his quarterback scrambling across the field and the game on the line. The play extended the drive and gave the Irish a chance to take the game from the Seminoles before the officials decided that wasn’t going to happen.

2.) 2014: 3rd and 10 at home against Stanford, down 14-10, 2:25 left 4th quarter

What people remember about this game is the Everett Golson to Ben Koyack touchdown play on 4th down that ended up being the winning play, but Robinson’s play was just as important. The Irish were down 14-10 and had the ball at their own 41. Notre Dame possessed all three of it’s timeouts at the time and if they didn’t convert there was a very real possibility they would be forced to punt and hope to hold Stanford with it’s defense, something they were unable to do in the previous drive.

Robinson runs a skinny post and Golson whips a laser beam for 17 yards and the first down, extending the drive that ultimately led to the game winner. It should be noted that this play occurred on a windy, rainy day in South Bend, so while the play would be considered routine if not for the moment, it was anything but routine with the game on the line.

3.) 2014: 2nd and Goal at Syracuse, up 14-3, 13:30 left 3rd quarter

This leaping grab is more spectacular than it was important, but it did carry some serious game significance. Notre Dame was controlling the run of play against Syracuse, but Golson’s turnover issues started to rear it’s ugly head for the first time against the Orangemen and while Notre Dame were heavy favorites, they went to halftime with just an eleven point lead, 14-3. The Irish needed to put Syracuse away and an early touchdown would give the Irish a nice little cushion while providing the necessary discouragement to their counterparts.

On second down, Golson lofted a so-so fade that Robinson was going to struggle to high point. Despite being interfered with Robinson made a leaping, twisting reception that displayed just how athletic he can be with the ball in the air.

4.) 2014: 1st and 10 against Purdue, up 17-14, 4:10 left third quarter

Notre Dame was again struggling with a weaker opponent in Purdue, up just three points going into halftime as double digit favorites. Despite again controlling the run of play, Notre Dame led by just three with four minutes left in the 3rd quarter and needing a touchdown to push it to a two score advantage. Enter Robinson to again sky high over two defenders on a very well-placed ball by Golson in the corner of end zone. Robinson takes the hit from the safety, gets both feet down and hangs onto the ball to secure a ten point advantage that the Irish would build on for a 30-14 victory. (RIP Greg Bryant, the first player to congratulate Robinson on his score)

5.) 2015: 3rd and 8 at home against USC, tied at 31, 9:10 left in the fourth quarter

This is the lasting image from Robinson’s career at Notre Dame, a diving game winning touchdown at home under the lights against their hated rivals. We should all be so lucky to experience a moment like that in our lives and it’s one that Robinson will likely remember forever. It had everything you’d want in a great moment: Robinson had struggled all season, many had even seen him as the goat against Clemson. There was tremendous game pressure as Notre Dame blew a double digit lead to USC, only to fight back and have the chance to take the lead again in the 4th quarter. It also had a high degree of difficulty; the defensive back was draped all over him and he was required to adjust his route to extend and snatch the ball. These were the types of catches that became the hall mark of Robinson’s game–leaping grabs at big moments in the end zone–and none were more important than this one against the Trojans.

Depending on your point of view, Robinson’s career is either a triumph or a disappointment, but there is no dismissing the plays he made and the moments he gave to the fans and his teammates.

And there are a couple of subtle points made, that are worth mentioning :

How many of these plays were rally plays? That spark, desperately needed, when the team was down?
If just the plays listed here are not made, how does that affect ND's win-loss record?
Along with these plays. and the fact that Corey was on the leadership counsel from the time he was a sophomore, speaks to the subtle, and selfless leadership of the man, the student-athlete?
How will his change in playing status affect his leadership this season?

Will it diminish, or improve his leadership capacity? Certainly, it is possible that detaching his player responsibility and performance from his organic leadership abilities could benefit the team as a whole, a pure leader, free to lead the leaders, so to speak. And I believe it was a legitimate point, the quality of the pool of wide receivers has so improved over the last couple of seasons that it would be unrealistic to expect Corey to lead from a performance standard, ala Jaylon Smith.

Maybe this is the best of both worlds, if he can spark the same passion for playing that he obviously maintained. I hope Corey is always remembered as the player who came in and quietly destroyed the lack of any kind of expectations his LOI brought to the ND fan-base. Few if any players did more, when almost everyone expected less! In fact, possibly the only reason he has been lauded as little as he has is the combination of underperforming quarterbacks, at the beginning of his career, and the freakish development of playmakers like CJ Prosise, Will Fuller, Malik Zaire, and DeShone Kizer, at the end.

The rest of the article is here :

Corey Robinson The Player Too Often Overlooked // UHND.com