Bijan Robinson rejoins Falcons practice after signing historic contract
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 9:23 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Bijan Robinson returned to practice with the Atlanta Falcons on August 4 after ending a hold-in, following the announcement of a record-setting three-year, $51 million contract. The deal reinforces Robinson's status as a key player for the team, which seeks to end a playoff drought. Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski expressed enthusiasm about Robinson's eagerness to participate as the Falcons prepare for the regular season. Despite a promising return, the Falcons faced a setback when first-round draft pick Jalon Walker suffered a serious injury during practice.
- •Robinson signs a three-year, $51 million contract, highest for an NFL running back.
- •He returns to practice after a brief hold-in period.
- •Jalon Walker, a first-round pick, suffers a possible torn ACL injury during practice.
- •Stefanski emphasized Robinson's importance and eagerness to contribute.
- •Falcons aim to improve after several disappointing seasons.
- 9:23 PMYahoo Sports — Bijan Robinson returns to Falcons practice with a hefty new contract, but the same heavy expectations
"Bijan Robinson's hold-in is over, giving the Falcons back a key offensive component.
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