FSU draft tracker: Panthers take DB Jammie Robinson in 5th round

Jammie Robinson has always dreamed of playing professional football, and that dream came closer to reality when he was selected by the Carolina Panthers during the NFL Draft Saturday in Kansas City. The defensive back from Florida State was chosen with the No. 145th overall pick in the fifth round.

Robinson became the first Seminoles player picked in this year’s draft and also continued Florida State’s impressive streak of having at least one NFL draft pick for 40 consecutive years. The program has a strong legacy of producing talented defensive backs players such as Asante Samuel Jr. (2021), Derwin James (2018) and Jalen Ramsey (2016).

The 5-foot-11 defensive back has spent the past two seasons with Florida State after transferring from South Carolina in 2020. Robinson’s exceptional performance earned him consecutive All-ACC first-team as he led the Seminoles in tackles each season. He recorded a total of 183 tackles, including 12 tackles for loss and 5 interceptions.

FSU safety Jammie Robinson was drafted by the Carolina Panthers in the fifth round of the 2023 NFL Draft Saturday. Robinson becomes the fifth Seminole drafted by the Panthers and the latest since Brian Burns in 2019. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

“One thing about me when it comes to football is that I’m a student of the game,” Robinson said before FSU’s Pro Day on March 31. “That’s something that stood out to a lot of [NFL] teams. When they pulled up my plays and asked me what call we were in on defense and I was able to spit it out to them and let them know what call we were in and everybody’s position.”

Robinson becomes the fifth FSU player drafted by the Panthers and joins defensive back Brian Burns, who was selected in 2019.

Florida State coaches took to social media to congratulate Robinson.

“Congratulations @JayRob_7 so excited for your future with the @Panthers #Playmaker is coming to Charlotte.” coach Mike Norvell posted on Twitter.

“Proud and excited to see @JayRob_7 run with this opportunity,” said defensive coordinator Adam Fuller.

FSU athletics director Michael Alford added, “Congratulations @JayRob_7! Extremely happy for you and your family.”

With the inclusion of Robinson, the Panthers now boast a deep safety lineup. Carolina has already acquired Von Bell and Jeremy Chinn as free agents, and their secondary also features Myles Dorn, Sam Franklin Jr., and Xavier Woods.

Vitals: 6-4, 245

Outlook: McDonald was the first Seminole to sign a free agent deal after going undrafted, sharing the news on Twitter: “#GoPackGo.” FSU AD Alford shared the news on social media: “Congratulations! Thank you for all your leadership.” McDonald started his career primarily on special teams before moving into a primary role on offense, appearing in 58 games over five seasons, sharing time at tight end and in the slot position while helping out as a blocker.

Vitals: 6-0, 175

Outlook: Wilson reached an agreement with the Chargers after going undrafted. He began his career splitting time at cornerback and receiver before making the permanent move to wideout when he signed with Florida State in 2017. He tallied 1,521 yards on 108 catches (14.1 yards per catch) in 51 games. Norvell responded to the news on Twitter: “Great pick up by the @chargers will join great group of the #NoleFamily there in LA! Excited for Pokey and great days ahead! #KeepCLIMBing.”

Vitals: 6-2, 307

Outlook: Cooper was a 4-star lineman who appeared in 57 games over five seasons, totaling 123 tackles, including 13 for loss (2.5 sacks). He reportedly inked a free-agent deal with the Seahawks after going undrafted in the 2023 NFL draft. The defensive tackle shared the move on Twitter: “I’m a Seahawk . The plan never changes. My best is the only standard. Work, work and WORK. Grateful for the opportunity.”

This article first appeared on OrlandoSentinel.com. Email Matt Murschel at [email protected] or follow him on Twitter at @osmattmurschel.