Bijan Robinson misses practice amid ongoing contract discussions
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 3:17 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Bijan Robinson is not participating in practice with the Atlanta Falcons as they begin training camp. Video shows Robinson on the field without a helmet and not engaging in drills, suggesting he is seeking a new contract. The running back, who was drafted eighth overall in 2023, had an exceptional season in 2025, leading the league with 2,298 yards from scrimmage. He is currently under contract through 2027 after the Falcons activated his fifth-year option. The situation reflects a broader pattern among top draft picks seeking contract extensions at this time.
- •Robinson does not participate in Falcons practice on July 29, 2026.
- •He is seeking a new contract despite being under contract until 2027.
- •Robinson led the league in yards from scrimmage in 2025.
- •The Falcons are starting training camp this week.
- •His performance raises questions about potential contract extensions for other top players.
- 3:17 PMYahoo Sports — Bijan Robinson not practicing over 'contract-related' issue
- 3:34 PMYahoo Sports — Bijan Robinson contract hold-in, explained: Why Falcons RB is sitting out of training camp practice in Atlanta
- 3:32 PMYahoo Sports — Bijan Robinson not participating in Falcons practice, seeks new contract
- 2:30 PMYahoo Sports — Bijan Robinson not participating in practice, awaiting new deal
"Bijan Robinson observed but didn't participate in practice as he looks for a new contract from the Falcons.
"Falcons RB Bijan Robinson didn't participate in Wednesday's opening practice as he seeks a new contract.
"The Falcons are in a similar position to the Lions as the teams begin training camp this week.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJul 30, 2026, 3:17 PMBijan Robinson not practicing over 'contract-related' issue
Falcons superstar RB is 'holding in' at training camp in hopes of getting a new deal
- Yahoo SportsJul 29, 2026, 3:34 PMBijan Robinson contract hold-in, explained: Why Falcons RB is sitting out of training camp practice in Atlanta
Falcons RB Bijan Robinson didn't participate in Wednesday's opening practice as he seeks a new contract.
- Yahoo SportsJul 29, 2026, 3:32 PMBijan Robinson not participating in Falcons practice, seeks new contract
Bijan Robinson observed but didn't participate in practice as he looks for a new contract from the Falcons.
- Yahoo SportsJul 29, 2026, 2:30 PMBijan Robinson not participating in practice, awaiting new deal
The Falcons are in a similar position to the Lions as the teams begin training camp this week.
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