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From Lutheran, to ISU, to the NFL history books in his debut as a Jacksonville Jaguar. Rockford's James Robinson went undrafted, and Jacksonville was quick to add him to their NFL roster. James did not disappoint in his pro football debut at a Jaguar.

James Robinson needed 45 yard to break the record for the most rushing yards by an undrafted rookie. The former Rockford Lutheran standout finished with 62 yards on 16 carries, and is name is now in the record books. He is the first rookie undrafted running back to start an NFL game in 30 years, and there is more. RRSTAR

James Robinson also caught one pass, for 28 yards. What did this Rockford Lutheran star do AFTER he caught the ball? Check this out, the NFL now knows this kid from Rockford, is for real.

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