Bijan Robinson receives text from Matthew McConaughey after contract news
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 1:41 AM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Bijan Robinson, the Atlanta Falcons running back, reported that actor Matthew McConaughey was quick to congratulate him following news of his new NFL contract. Robinson stated that McConaughey texted him just minutes after the contract was announced early on August 6, showing support for the Texas player. McConaughey, a fan of the Washington Commanders, also supports Texas athletes in the NFL. Robinson mentioned a number of other notable individuals also reached out to him soon after the announcement.
- •Robinson received a congratulatory text from McConaughey soon after his contract news.
- •The contract announcement occurred on August 6, 2026, around 7:56 a.m. ET.
- •Robinson is a running back for the Atlanta Falcons.
- •McConaughey is a known fan of the Washington Commanders.
- •Robinson noted he received texts from other notable individuals too.
- 1:41 AMYahoo Sports — Bijan Robinson's congratulations included a text from Matthew McConaughey
"Yes, Matthew McConaughey is a Commanders fan.
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