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It has been a good offseason for running backs named Robinson in Atlanta.
After signing Brian Robinson Jr. in free agency to solidify the backup running back role, the Atlanta Falcons opted to take care of the star that tops the depth chart.
Bijan Robinson and the Falcons have agreed to a three-year extension worth $66.75 million with a max value of $75 million, according to reports. The deal makes Robinson the highest-paid running back in NFL history, surpassing the $20.6 million-per-year mark set by Eagles back Saquon Barkley.
While there is always debate about the positional value of running backs, Robinson has been worth the price of admission. Selected with the No. 8 pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, the running back became an instant star in the pros.
Robinson's deal resets the running back market and puts extra pressure on teams with their own running backs seeking extensions: the Detroit Lions, with Jahmyr Gibbs, and the Indianapolis Colts, with Jonathan Taylor.
Now he'll continue to shine bright for years to come with the Falcons. Here's what to know about Robinson's new deal.
Robinson's deal makes him the league's newest highest-paid running back by total contract value and average annual value. The $51 million guaranteed is also an NFL record, and it includes $37 million guaranteed at signing.
Robinson hasn't missed a game since debuting at the start of the 2023 season, playing in all 51 contests.
The former Texas Longhorns star appears unfazed by the heavy workload, since his production didn't take a hit despite logging at least 365 touches in two consecutive seasons. The 24-year-old has 1,003 touches, 5,648 total yards and 34 touchdowns in three seasons.
Atlanta will hope for all of that and more in the future from the newly-extended Robinson.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Bijan Robinson inks contract extension with Falcons: Everything to know
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After signing Brian Robinson Jr. in free agency to solidify the backup running back role, the Atlanta Falcons opted to take care of the star that tops the depth chart.
Bijan Robinson and the Falcons have agreed to a three-year extension worth $66.75 million with a max value of $75 million, according to reports. The deal makes Robinson the highest-paid running back in NFL history, surpassing the $20.6 million-per-year mark set by Eagles back Saquon Barkley.
While there is always debate about the positional value of running backs, Robinson has been worth the price of admission. Selected with the No. 8 pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, the running back became an instant star in the pros.
Robinson's deal resets the running back market and puts extra pressure on teams with their own running backs seeking extensions: the Detroit Lions, with Jahmyr Gibbs, and the Indianapolis Colts, with Jonathan Taylor.
Now he'll continue to shine bright for years to come with the Falcons. Here's what to know about Robinson's new deal.
Bijan Robinson contract details
- Term: Three years
- Total contract value: $66.75 million
- Average annual value (AAV): $22.25 million
- Guaranteed money: $51 million
Robinson's deal makes him the league's newest highest-paid running back by total contract value and average annual value. The $51 million guaranteed is also an NFL record, and it includes $37 million guaranteed at signing.
Bijan Robinson stats
Robinson hasn't missed a game since debuting at the start of the 2023 season, playing in all 51 contests.
The former Texas Longhorns star appears unfazed by the heavy workload, since his production didn't take a hit despite logging at least 365 touches in two consecutive seasons. The 24-year-old has 1,003 touches, 5,648 total yards and 34 touchdowns in three seasons.
Atlanta will hope for all of that and more in the future from the newly-extended Robinson.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Bijan Robinson inks contract extension with Falcons: Everything to know
Continue reading...
