Bijan Robinson Got Message From Matthew McConaughey After Contract News
Summary
Bijan Robinson signed a three-year contract extension with the Atlanta Falcons worth $75 million, making him the highest-paid running back in NFL history. After the news, actor Matthew McConaughey, who has a connection to Robinson from his college years at the University of Texas, sent him a congratulatory message.Key Facts
- Bijan Robinson’s new contract with the Atlanta Falcons is for three years and $75 million.
- This contract makes him the highest-paid running back in the NFL.
- Matthew McConaughey, involved with University of Texas athletics, texted Robinson after the contract announcement.
- Robinson played three years at the University of Texas, gaining 4,215 yards and scoring 41 touchdowns.
- In his final college year, he led the Big 12 conference with 1,580 rushing yards and 18 touchdowns.
- By his third NFL season in 2025, Robinson led the league with 2,298 yards from scrimmage.
- During that NFL season, he rushed for 1,478 yards and scored 7 touchdowns.
- He also caught 79 passes for 820 yards and 4 touchdowns in 2025.
- The Falcons will start their 2026 season playing against the Pittsburgh Steelers on September 13.
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