Chicago Bears: Allen Robinson’s impact on the Bears

1. Great route runner

For starters, the Chicago Bears are getting an outstanding route runner.

As we have mentioned in prior posts, the ability to run crisp, clean routes is paramount in Matt Nagy’s offense.  Robinson more than checks that box.

Here’s yet another example of Robinson’s excellent route running ability:

Notice how technically sound these routes are.  In the first clip, Robinson does an outstanding job selling the fade.  The defensive back has to be mindful of this route with Robinson’s size.

Robinson begins to make his move towards the corner of the end zone to sell the fade.  As soon as the defensive back turns his hips and commits, it’s over.  Robinson cuts hard back to the middle with a sharp slant for an easy touchdown.

In the second clip, Robinson runs a beautiful pivot route.  The key to this route was Robinson’s ability to maintain his balance, and keep his nose over his toes.  Robinson stops on a dime and creates just enough separation for a relatively easy score.

Allen Robinson should shine in Nagy’s “Spread Coast” offense which is predicated on precision routes and throws.  Needless to say, expectations are high.