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Bijan Robinson supports teammate Zachariah Branch after fumbles

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 5:40 PM

Last updated Oct 23, 2026

Bijan Robinson supports teammate Zachariah Branch after fumbles

Summary

Atlanta Falcons All-Pro running back Bijan Robinson provided support to rookie wide receiver Zachariah Branch after Branch's two fumbles led to points for the Chicago Bears during a match on October 22. Robinson prayed with Branch on the sideline and offered words of encouragement, emphasizing the importance of faith and composure under pressure. Branch's fumbles contributed to a 31-23 loss for the Falcons, leaving Robinson taking a prominent leadership role in the team. Robinson has accumulated 641 rushing yards and four touchdowns this season.

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•Robinson consoled Branch following two fumbles in the game.
•Branch's fumbles resulted in 10 points for the Bears.
•Robinson has been a positive influence in the Falcons' locker room.
•He has 641 rushing yards and four touchdowns this season.

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5:40 PMYahoo Sports — Falcons All-Pro Bijan Robinson's leadership includes praying for frustrated teammates on sideline

What they're saying

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Atlanta Falcons All-Pro running back Bijan Robinson saw Zachariah Branch slam his helmet in frustration after his second fumble Sunday, pulled the rookie aside, offered encouraging words and prayed for him.The moment was captured on video and posted all over social media.
— Yahoo Sportsby ROB MAADDI

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