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PositiveValueAug 2, 2026
Falcons RB Robinson is seeking a record-setting deal concurrent with Jahmyr Gibbs and Jonathan Taylor. Ian Rapoport reported Robinson's negotiations are currently 'active,' with the question being which back lands the market-setting deal first among the three.NegativeRoleAug 1, 2026
Robinson is referenced as an example of a running back whose red-zone touches were taken away by Allgeier in Atlanta, suggesting a similar dynamic could occur with Love and Allgeier in Arizona.NegativeRoleAug 1, 2026
Robinson was not seen at Wednesday's practice and is seeking a new deal, signaling contract holdout and potential role uncertainty heading into the season.PositiveProjectionNo date
Bijan Robinson is the cream of this year's running back crop, leading the pack in rush yards (704) and scrimmage yards (907) through Week 7, establishing him as the elite back in the 2026 class.PositiveRoleNo date
Robinson noted that Penix's confidence has grown significantly as an NFL quarterback, with his biggest improvement being in decision-making, reads, and confidence in those reads; Robinson emphasized that the confidence Penix has built has been impressive throughout his time in the NFL.NegativeProjectionNo date
Robinson is listed in the source's MVP rankings as next in line, indicating he remains in consideration for the award despite not being among the three quarterbacks (Goff, Burrow, Williams) pushing into the conversation in Week 8.PositiveRoleNo date
Robinson praised Penix's confidence growth and also highlighted the versatility of the Falcons' backfield depth. When Khalil Herbert entered on short notice against San Francisco, Robinson noted: "Herb, he did amazing. He came in on short notice and didn't slow nothing down in the room. He's a pro's pro. I appreciate him. I swear he scored on that (long run), I don't know what they were talking about." Robinson's comments underscore the Falcons' offensive depth and his role as a leader in the running back room.NegativeUsageNo date
In last year's Week 7 matchup against San Francisco, Robinson was limited to 14 carries for 40 yards by the 49ers defense, although he still managed six receptions for 52 yards and a touchdown, showing his ability to produce through the passing game even when the run game is stifled.PositiveMatchupNo date
San Francisco defensive coordinator Raheem Morris, who coached Robinson last season with the Falcons, said 'Last year, I talked about Bijan being the best player in the NFL, and he certainly is arguably the best player in the National Football League' and compared him favorably to McCaffrey, noting 'He's special. He's one of those guys.' Morris also praised Robinson's toughness and patience: 'Bijan's as tough as it gets. He runs as fast as he wants. He's going to be patient and find his spots.'PositiveProjectionNo date
Robinson is second in the league in rushing with 641 yards and leads the league in scrimmage yards (785) after doing so last season (2,298); he has five touchdowns, four on the ground, establishing himself as one of the league's elite offensive weapons early in the season.PositiveMatchupNo date
Bijan Robinson was held to just 102 yards on 24 carries (4.25 yards per carry) when the Ravens swarmed the Falcons' run game in Week 5, demonstrating Baltimore's improved run defense over the past three weeks.NegativeProjectionNo date
Robinson is one of the top rushing leaders in the league, ranking among the next three leading rushers behind Kenneth Walker III, though Walker has played one fewer game than Robinson and the other top rushers.NegativeUsageNo date
Had just 11 touches last week with a season-low 61 rush yards and negative yardage as a receiver; is the focal point of the Falcons' offense but is not producing at expected levels heading into Week 7 against San Francisco.NegativeMatchupNo date
Running back Bijan Robinson, who entered the game with an NFL-best 580 rushing yards and five total touchdowns, was effectively neutralized by the Bears' game plan. The Bears' strategy was to build an early lead via offensive scoring to force Atlanta out of its run-centric approach. Robinson received only four carries before halftime (averaging 12.8 yards per carry) and finished with a season-low 61 yards on nine total carries. Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen noted, 'It's a lot easier to stop him when he only touches the ball, I think, nine times in the run game.' Offensive coordinator Press Taylor added that controlling the pace and building an early lead was 'critical' to 'not letting Bijan get 35 carries.'NegativeUsageNo date
Robinson ranks second in rush yards over expected with 170, trailing Kenneth Walker III's 277 by over 100 yards. The source uses Robinson as a comparative benchmark for Walker's elite advanced metrics performance.NegativeMatchupNo date
Robinson struggled against the Bears' defense in Week 1, particularly against Kyler Gordon's blitzing scheme. On the opening defensive play where Gordon was deployed, he and linebacker Devin Bush brought down Robinson for a 1-yard loss on third-and-4. Later, Robinson was forced to grab Gordon's jersey to prevent him from reaching quarterback Michael Penix Jr., drawing a holding penalty. The Falcons' offense was stifled overall, going 1-for-8 on third down through three quarters, with Gordon being a primary disruptor.PositiveProjectionNo date
The Falcons are on pace for their second-highest rushing output in a season since 2000 (2,836 yards), behind only the 2006 Falcons' 2,939 yards. Robinson's elite efficiency on outside zone runs and the team's league-leading commitment to the scheme (65.7% of runs in 2025) positions him for sustained high-volume production through the remainder of the season.PositiveUsageNo date
Robinson leads the league in rushing with 580 yards through five weeks; 449 of those yards (77.4%) have come on outside zone runs. Since 2023, Robinson has accumulated 3,005 outside zone yards, nearly 1,000 more than second-place Derrick Henry (2,007). The Falcons ran outside zone on 65.7% of their runs in 2025 and 60.7% in 2024, both league-leading marks, and Robinson's mastery of the scheme—knowing every angle, read, and assignment—has made him the centerpiece of Atlanta's league-leading rushing attack.NegativeMatchupNo date
Bears DC Dennis Allen held Robinson to 49.0 rushing yards per game in three previous matchups when coaching the Saints; this defensive familiarity is cited as another point in Chicago's favor heading into their Week 6 matchup against Atlanta.NegativeUsageNo date
In Week 1, Robinson had eight receptions, which tied for the most missed tackles forced in the NFL that week alongside Emmett Johnson's six missed tackles on two receptions.NegativeUsageNo date
Robinson tied for the most missed tackles forced in Week 1 with eight receptions for the Falcons, matching Emmett Johnson's six missed tackles on two receptions as the highest in the NFL that week.NegativeProjectionNo date
Bijan Robinson is listed as next in line in the Week 6 MVP tracker, indicating he is being monitored as a potential MVP candidate but has not yet cracked the top five.NegativeMatchupNo date
Robinson, the Falcons star running back, was mostly contained by the Ravens defense throughout the game, though the Ravens struggled with defensive breakdowns for most of the evening before ultimately getting the stop needed to force overtime.PositiveBreakoutNo date
Bijan Robinson is performing exceptionally well in prime-time games; in Atlanta's last two games (road routs of Green Bay and New Orleans), he rushed for 339 yards and four scores. Dak Prescott believes there's no stopping Robinson at this juncture and expects a heavy dose of the run game against Baltimore.PositiveProjectionNo date
Robinson is listed as next in line for MVP consideration, indicating he is among the top performers through the first four weeks of the 2026 season.PositiveUsageNo date
Bijan Robinson, part of the dual B-Rob backfield with Brian Robinson, accounted for rushing scores in the Falcons' explosive offensive turnaround. The Falcons leaned on the Robinson duo, which combined for five rushing touchdowns in the two-game stretch since Penix took over.PositiveProjectionNo date
Robinson is averaging 5.3 yards per carry this season with 4.9 yards after contact per carry, ranking second among running backs with at least 25 carries per Next Gen Stats. This elite efficiency metric supports sustained high-volume production and touchdown upside.PositiveUsageNo date
Robinson gashed the Saints for 145 yards and two TDs on 19 attempts (7.6 yards per carry) in a dominant prime-time performance. He hit 21.78 miles per hour on his 59-yard touchdown run, the fastest speed by an offensive ball-carrier this season per Next Gen Stats. Robinson now has his third rushing TD of 50-plus yards on Monday Night Football, tying Emmitt Smith for the most all time, and posted his fourth consecutive MNF game with at least 125 rushing yards, tying Smith and Eric Dickerson for the longest such streak in NFL history.PositiveUsageNo date
Robinson leads the league this season with 467 scrimmage yards through three weeks and is the only player in the league with more than 6,000 scrimmage yards (6,115) since being drafted No. 8 overall in 2023. Falcons coach Kevin Stefanski stated Robinson is 'good at any hour of the day,' underscoring his consistency and elite production regardless of game context.PositiveProjectionNo date
Robinson's career average of 145.5 scrimmage yards in 11 primetime games is the highest in NFL history; he is averaging 185.8 yards from scrimmage in his last six primetime games and has exceeded 200 yards in his last two primetime contests. No player in league history has surpassed 200 yards three times in a row in primetime, making his Monday Night Football matchup against New Orleans a potential historic opportunity.PositiveValueNo date
Robinson has now won NFC Offensive Player of the Week three times, and each of those accolades has come with him playing on a prime-time stage, reinforcing his elite performance in high-visibility games.PositiveProjectionNo date
Robinson delivered a dominant prime-time performance on Thursday night against Green Bay, rushing for 194 yards and two touchdowns on 29 carries while adding two catches for 19 yards, totaling over 200 scrimmage yards. This performance exemplifies his prime-time excellence: Robinson is now averaging 145.4 scrimmage yards per prime-time game, the most in NFL history with a minimum of five games.PositiveRoleNo date
Presence on Falcons elevates Michael Penix Jr.'s first start performance; source suggests Robinson's presence is fortunate for Penix Jr., indicating his importance to offense.NegativeProjectionNo date
Robinson is cited as a comparison point for Warren's efficiency metrics. Warren has posted 4.8 yards per carry and 3.3 yards after contact per rush since entering the league, nearly matching Robinson's 4.9 YPC and ranking second only to Robinson in yards after catch per reception at 11.5 YAC (Robinson is in second place at 10.9).NegativeProjectionNo date
After Thursday Night Football, Bijan Robinson now leads the NFL with 349 rushing yards and 467 scrimmage yards, surpassing Kenneth Walker III who had led through two games.PositiveMatchupNo date
Robinson dominated the Packers defense on Thursday, with the Green Bay secondary unable to contain him; the source notes the defense 'couldn't stop Bijan Robinson,' and Robinson had multiple runs of at least 16 yards as the Falcons rushed effectively against a struggling Packers run defense.PositiveProjectionNo date
Robinson is averaging 185.8 yards from scrimmage in his past six prime-time games dating back to the start of the 2025 season, demonstrating consistent elite production in high-profile matchups.PositiveUsageNo date
Robinson carried the ball 29 times for 194 yards (second-highest of his career, one yard shy of his Rams game last December) and two touchdowns, plus two catches for 19 yards in the Falcons' 35-14 win over Green Bay. His 194 rushing yards exceeded the Packers' entire team rushing total.PositiveProjectionNo date
Robinson averaged 145.4 scrimmage yards per prime time game (minimum five games), tops in NFL history; he delivered 213 scrimmage yards Thursday (194 rushing on 29 carries, two rushing TDs, two catches for 19 yards) to end Atlanta's touchdown drought and spark a 27-point scoring surge. His Week 17 upset of the Rams last season featured 229 scrimmage yards and a 93-yard TD; Thursday's performance was more pivotal given Atlanta's disastrous 0-2 start.PositiveUsageNo date
Bijan Robinson should see increased involvement in the Falcons' Week 3 offense with Michael Penix Jr. taking over at quarterback; the source expects the offense to be more competent and better-suited to get Robinson more involved than the previous quarterback situation.NegativeMatchupNo date
Robinson is the Falcons' primary offensive weapon facing the Packers on Thursday. Defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon described Robinson as a 'high-volume guy, can beat you multiple ways, really good contact balance to get extra yardage. He can hit home runs. In the pass game, I would say elite. In the run game, I would say elite, and the offense is running through him, so we got a big-time challenge.' Cornerback Brandon Cisse added: 'Any time you have two superstars like those guys, they can change games at any given moment... those two are very dangerous and their offense is very dangerous if they get going.'PositiveRoleNo date
Robinson is part of an enviable collection of skill-position weapons for the Falcons, capable of performing at an All-Pro level alongside Drake London and Kyle Pitts. The source suggests Atlanta's offensive coordinator Tommy Rees needs to better utilize these pass catchers, who have combined for just 17 catches, 173 receiving yards and zero touchdowns through Week 2.PositiveUsageNo date
Robinson touched the ball on 65.9% of his 46 snaps in Week 1, the highest percentage of his career, finishing with 21 carries for 83 rushing yards and 8 catches for 90 yards (29 total touches). His 29 touches were the third-most of his four-year career. However, the Falcons are 0-4 in games where Robinson has recorded 28-plus touches, and at his current touch rate he would accumulate 493 touches this season, well above his career high of 366 set last season. Offensive coordinator Tommy Rees said he will emphasize providing more opportunities for Drake London and Kyle Pitts, but Robinson's skill set will keep him as a focal point.PositiveMatchupNo date
Expect a lot of Bijan Robinson again in Week 2 against the Panthers, who gave up 100-plus rushing yards to two different Chicago running backs last week, indicating a favorable matchup for Atlanta's running back.NegativeRoleNo date
The source expresses concern about Bijan Robinson's fantasy value despite being part of a talented Falcons group, citing the team's quarterback situation crisis as the primary limiting factor. With Michael Penix Jr. (knee), Cooper Rush (back), and Tua Tagovailoa (oblique) all dealing with injuries, and undrafted rookie Jack Strand as the only QB not on the injury report, the source states: 'It's a shame to be wasting a group that includes Bijan Robinson, Drake London and Kyle Pitts, but until I see potency from the Falcons' offense, I'm not going to like their chances most days.'PositiveRoleNo date
Robinson became the focal point of the Falcons' offense in Week 1, with the entire attack funneled through him after Cooper Rush proved ineffective downfield. The Steelers' defense focused on stopping Robinson early, but once they adjusted to Rush's limitations, the Falcons' offense stalled.PositiveUsageNo date
Generated 173 scrimmage yards in Week 1, including 90 receiving yards (most among all RBs in Week 1). Robinson accounted for 65.8% of the Falcons' yards from scrimmage in Week 1, the highest share by any player in a team's season opener since Rams RB Eric Dickerson (66.6%) in 1986.NegativeProjectionNo date
Robinson generated 173 of the Falcons' 263 scrimmage yards (83 rushing yards on 21 carries, 90 receiving yards on eight catches with a TD) but couldn't do it alone; the Steelers defense held him down early and prioritized slowing the ground attack due to the Falcons' weak passing threat. Despite averaging 4.0 yards per carry, Robinson's talent couldn't overcome the lack of a passing threat from Cooper Rush.PositiveProjectionNo date
Robinson came within 211 yards of Chris Johnson's single-season yards-from-scrimmage record (2,509 yards in 2009) last year. The bold prediction is that Robinson will set the all-purpose yards record by topping Darren Sproles' 2,696 in 2011. This is not a bet that Robinson will return kicks for the Falcons this year, but rather a bet he'll be overfed in both the rushing and passing scheme in Atlanta.PositiveProjectionNo date
Bijan Robinson was voted No. 3 in the Top 100 Players ranking, the top-ranked running back. Robinson had a standout 2025 season with league-high 2,298 yards from scrimmage and 6.3 yards per touch, earning first-team All-Pro honors alongside Christian McCaffrey. The source calls his ranking undeniable and deserving.NegativeDepth ChartNo date
The decision to carry four quarterbacks on the 53-man roster left the Falcons with only Bijan Robinson and Brian Robinson at running back, forcing roster sacrifices at the position. GM Cunningham acknowledged this trade-off, stating the team has 'four quarterbacks and two running backs' and 'you have to sacrifice at some position.' Tyler Goodson is on the practice squad as the third running back option.NegativeProjectionNo date
Robinson paced all players with 2,298 scrimmage yards last season and boasts the game-breaking ability to lead the way again, but Atlanta's struggle to figure out a quarterback between Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr. gives reason for pause.PositiveProjectionNo date
Projected second in non-QB rushing yards for 2026. The source notes Robinson has enjoyed back-to-back 1,400-yard rushing seasons and could be in line for more work after Atlanta replaced Tyler Allgeier (157 touches in 2025) with Brian Robinson, suggesting increased opportunity and volume.NegativeProjectionNo date
The source identifies Bijan Robinson as a consensus 1.01 pick alongside Jahmyr Gibbs, noting that six of the last seven consensus 1.01 picks have missed at least five games in the ensuing season, cautioning against blind consensus adherence.NegativeUsageNo date
Bijan Robinson did not play in the Falcons' preseason opener against Denver, sitting out entirely as the team managed workload in Week 1.PositiveProjectionNo date
Robinson finished 2025 as the league leader in scrimmage yards despite playing on a non-playoff team that finished 14th in total offense, demonstrating elite individual excellence. The source ranks Robinson as the NFL's top running back entering 2026, edging Jahmyr Gibbs as RB1a due to his versatility as the ultimate offensive weapon and ability to produce at an elite level while surrounded by a less talented squad.PositiveValueNo date
Robinson just signed a three-year, $66.75 million contract extension ($51 million guaranteed) that resets the RB market alongside Jahmyr Gibbs; both backs' deals average north of $22 million annually, reflecting their status as the NFL's top two running backs since entering the league together as first-round picks in 2023.PositiveRoleNo date
Robinson is the focal point of the Falcons' offense and thrives as a workhorse back despite inconsistent quarterback play; his individual excellence is noteworthy given the lack of potency from the passing game forces him to go above and beyond to produce at an elite level.PositiveProjectionNo date
Robinson is positioned as one of the NFL's top two running backs alongside Jahmyr Gibbs; he has eclipsed 1,400 rushing yards in each of the past two seasons and led the league with 2,298 scrimmage yards in 2025, establishing himself as an elite playmaker despite playing on a non-playoff team that finished 14th in total offense.PositiveProjectionNo date
Robinson is the 1.02 pick in 2026 12-team PPR leagues after signing a three-year, $75 million contract extension with Atlanta. He finished as RB3 overall in 2024 and RB2 in 2025, with 708.5 PPR fantasy points over that span trailing only Gibbs at running back. Over two seasons, Robinson leads all running backs with 179 missed tackles forced and 1,416 yards after the catch. While Gibbs has a slight edge due to TD upside, Robinson is described as a 1.01-worthy player.PositiveValueNo date
Agreed to a three-year extension with Atlanta worth up to $75 million, signaling the team's confidence in Robinson as a core offensive piece and securing his role as the primary back in the Falcons' offense.PositiveRoleNo date
Robinson is described as a versatile offensive weapon capable of singlehandedly generating offense for the Falcons, which is particularly valuable given Atlanta's ongoing quarterback uncertainty. The team has not had the same Week 1 starting QB in back-to-back seasons since 2021, with Michael Penix Jr. recovering from a season-ending knee injury and competing with Tua Tagovailoa for the starting role.PositiveProjectionNo date
Robinson led the league with 2,298 scrimmage yards last season, made his first All-Pro team, and finished fourth in Offensive Player of the Year voting. He also paced the NFL in missed tackles forced on running plays (87), missed tackles forced per carry among 100+ attempt players (0.29, tied with Kenneth Walker III), and rushing yards after contact (1,172), per PFF, while forcing 26 additional missed tackles on receptions.PositiveValueNo date
Robinson signed a three-year, $66.75 million base extension with $51 million guaranteed ($37 million at signing), earning $22.25 million APY—the highest for any running back and surpassing Saquon Barkley's $20.6 million. The $51 million guaranteed is the most ever given to an RB on a non-rookie deal in NFL history, setting the market benchmark for draft-class peer Jahmyr Gibbs' upcoming negotiations with Detroit.NegativeInjuryNo date
Robinson is holding in alongside Jahmyr Gibbs, the other first-round running back from the 2023 class. Both are seeking contract extensions before the 2026 season despite being under contract through 2027 with their respective teams (Robinson with Atlanta). Both are elite, three-down backs protecting their earning power and health prior to signing lucrative extensions.NegativeRoleNo date
Robinson was not seen at Wednesday's practice and is seeking a new deal, signaling contract holdout and potential role/usage uncertainty heading into the season.NegativeRoleNo date
Robinson was drafted No. 8 overall by Atlanta in 2023 and gradually took carries away from Tyler Allgeier, who had rushed for 1,035 yards on 210 carries (4.9 yards per carry) as a fifth-round pick in 2022. Allgeier's experience managing the committee with Robinson is now informing his approach to the backfield rotation in Arizona.PositiveProjectionNo date
Bijan Robinson, the No. 8 selection of the 2023 draft, is expected to be at the top of the running back market once he signs a new deal with the Falcons.