Summary
The Atlanta Falcons decided to keep running back Bijan Robinson for a fifth year, a move that was expected given his strong performance in the NFL. Robinson has achieved impressive statistics, including nearly 4,000 rushing and receiving yards over three seasons. The Falcons are likely to offer Robinson a long-term contract extension soon.
Key Facts
- The Falcons picked RB Bijan Robinson eighth overall in the 2023 draft.
- Robinson nearly reached 1,000 rushing yards in his rookie season and surpassed 1,400 yards in each of the next two seasons.
- He has scored 25 rushing touchdowns and added nine receiving touchdowns, with 198 catches and 1,738 yards receiving.
- At 24 years old, Robinson is considered one of the top running backs in the NFL.
- The Falcons announced they are exercising Robinson's fifth-year option.
- It is expected that Robinson will receive a long-term contract extension with a projected market value of $18.9 million per season.
- Robinson has been selected as a first-team All-Pro once and second-team All-Pro once, along with two Pro Bowl appearances.
- He led the NFL in scrimmage yards during the 2025 season.
