Bijan Robinson officially locked down a big four-year contract extension with the Falcons on Tuesday, ending the running back’s ‘hold-in’ while he waited for his second pro deal. It’s a massive move, getting their star back on the books and ready to roll as Week 1 looms large.
That “Very Amicable” Vibe? It Was Real.
Coach Kevin Stefanski told reporters Tuesday that the vibe between Robinson and the team stayed “very amicable” even through the ‘hold-in’ process. Stefanski was straight up, saying he knew everyone saw the news and he’s “obviously very excited for him, for us.” He emphasized that the team always understood it would be a “process” to get this done. For Stefanski, it’s all about Bijan the person, and Bijan the player. Knowing they got this done without any drama, it speaks volumes about the relationship there.
Ramping Up the League’s Leading Scrimmage Yard Man
So, what’s next for the guy who led the *entire league* with 2,298 yards from scrimmage last season? That’s right, 1,478 rushing yards and an insane 79 catches for 820 yards through the air. Robinson hasn’t been practicing, so he’ll need some time to get back into game shape. But with over a month before Week 1, there’s no panic. Stefanski summed it up best, saying Bijan is “eager , beyond eager , to get out there.” The plan is clear: they’ll “slowly get him back in there,” not full speed right away. Expect a ramp-up plan over the next week to get him fully integrated.
With Bijan’s deal done and his eagerness through the roof, the focus now shifts to getting him fully prepped for the season opener. Keep an eye out over the next week as the Falcons start to fold him back into practice. We’re all looking forward to seeing him dominate the league once again.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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