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Duke cornerback Kimari Robinson swats at female trainer during UNC game

A video shows Duke defensive back Kimari Robinson pushing away a female athletic trainer who was trying to help an injured teammate, sparking calls for suspension and criticism from fans and former NFL quarterback Robert Griffin III.

Duke cornerback Kimari Robinson swats at female trainer during UNC game

Key points

  • Kimari Robinson pushed a female trainer while she assisted teammate DaShawn Stone at Wallace Wade Stadium.
  • The incident happened during Duke's loss to North Carolina, with the score 24-20.
  • Fans demanded Robinson be suspended after the video spread.
  • Former NFL quarterback Robert Griffin III criticized Robinson's actions.

Duke defensive back Kimari Robinson was captured on video swiping away the arm of a female athletic trainer as she moved to assist injured teammate DaShawn Stone during the Blue Devils' game against North Carolina.

The incident occurred on Oct. 17 at Wallace Wade Stadium in Durham while Duke was trailing 24-20 in the loss to the Tar Heels.

Following the video’s circulation, fans called for Robinson’s suspension.

Former NFL quarterback Robert Griffin III publicly criticized the action.

Your questions, answered

What did Kimari Robinson do during the Duke vs. North Carolina game?

He swiped away a female athletic trainer who was trying to aid an injured teammate.

Who criticized Kimari Robinson's behavior?

Former NFL quarterback Robert Griffin III publicly criticized the action.

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