Dunta Robinson

Willie Dunta Robinson (/ˈdɒnteɪ/ DON-tay; born April 11, 1982) is a former American football cornerback. He was drafted by the Houston Texans 10th overall in the 2004 NFL Draft. He played college football at South Carolina.

Robinson also played for the Atlanta Falcons and Kansas City Chiefs.

Early years

Robinson attended Clarke Central High School in Athens, Georgia and was a three-sport standout in football, basketball, and track. As a senior, on defense, he had four interceptions and eight passes defended. On offense, he rushed for six touchdowns, and ran back a punt and a kickoff for touchdowns. In track, he ran the 100m in 10.93 seconds, and was the state champion in the long jump (7.24m).

Professional career

2004 NFL Combine

Houston Texans

Robinson was drafted by the Houston Texans 10th overall in the 2004 NFL Draft. He immediately became a starter, starting all 16 games at right cornerback for the Texans his rookie season, recording 87 tackles and six interceptions. During the 2008 season, Robinson became the all-time Texans' interception leader passing Aaron Glenn with 13 career picks.