IU freshman defensive lineman Jacob Robinson was arrested at Briscoe Quad on Saturday for underage drinking and lying about his age to a police officer.
He agreed to the Little 500 pre-trial diversion program that took place Sunday, requiring him to pay a $428 fine and perform road-crew work by picking up trash in town.
Robinson had slurred speech and a staggering odor and had a breath alcohol content of .22, per police records. He reportedly first told the state excise officer he was 22 years old. He then claimed he was 21 years old, then that he was born in 1995. The 19-year-old was born Oct. 25, 1996.
Robinson has been a rising star on the IU defensive line. He appeared in all 13 games as a freshman in 2015, with a record of five tackles and one for a loss.
He has been practicing with the first-team defensive line during spring practice. This includes playing with the first team at Friday’s spring Cream and Crimson game.
This spring, defensive coordinator Tom Allen spoke highly of Robinson’s big body and how he can play different spots on the defensive line thanks to his versatility. Former IU defensive line coach Larry McDaniel said the “sky was the limit” for Robinson.
Brody Miller
