Bijan Robinson signs record contract extension with Atlanta Falcons
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 4:36 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson has signed a three-year, $66.75 million contract extension, making him the highest-paid player at his position. The deal was announced on August 6, 2026, just before the preseason begins. Robinson expressed gratitude for the faith the Falcons have shown in him by finalizing the extension with two years remaining on his prior contract. The contract includes a $15 million signing bonus and $51 million in guaranteed money. Robinson's training camp status involves an easing into practice after holding in while awaiting the deal.
- •Bijan Robinson's new deal averages over $22 million per year.
- •The contract is one of the largest for a running back in NFL history.
- •Robinson plans to ease back into practice after a training camp hold-in.
- •The signing reflects the Falcons' long-term commitment to Robinson.
- 4:36 PMYahoo Sports — Bijan Robinson comments on his major contract extension
"Falcons superstar RB says he will never forget team's faith in him
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