Bijan Robinson signs record $75 million extension with Atlanta Falcons

Running back Bijan Robinson agreed to a three‑year contract extension with the Atlanta Falcons that runs through the 2030 season. The deal is valued at up to $75 million, includes $51 million guaranteed and a $37 million signing bonus, and has a base value of $66.75 million, giving him an average annual value of $22.25 million – the highest for any NFL running back, surpassing Saquon Barkley.

Robinson, the No. 8 overall pick in the 2023 draft, posted a league‑leading 2,298 yards from scrimmage and 11 touchdowns last season. He said staying with one team was a “dream” and likened it to the legacies of Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan. Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski called the agreement “very amicable” and expressed excitement about Robinson’s return to training camp after a brief hold‑in. General manager Ian Cunningham praised Robinson’s work ethic and impact on the team’s culture.

Analysts note the contract could reset the running‑back market, influencing negotiations for other top backs such as Jahmyr Gibbs and Jonathan Taylor. The extension marks a rare high‑value deal for the position and underscores the Falcons’ commitment to building around Robinson.