Bijan Robinson

Career StatsA-

Year	Team	GP	Yards	TD	YPC
Career		51	3,910	25	4.9
2025		17	1,478	7	5.2
2024		17	1,456	14	4.8
2023		17

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

Performance versus salary tier earns Bijan Robinson a A- Contract Value Index, with cap structure shaping the verdict. Robinson's 2025 season—820 receiving yards across 17 games—validated his All-Pro First Team selection and positions him as a franchise-caliber dual-threat back entering his third professional year at just 24 years old. At $5.5M annually on his rookie scale deal, Robinson remains significantly undervalued relative to his on-field production and market standing; the running back position commands substantially higher salaries for players of his caliber, making this contract a genuine team asset from a cap perspective. The Falcons' reported extension discussions signal organizational intent to reset his salary before market escalation accelerates, a prudent front-office move that acknowledges both his current dominance and the limited window to lock in value before his asking price reaches elite tier. While his four-year rookie deal still contains multiple years of team control at bargain rates, the CVI reflects the reality that Robinson has already exceeded his contract's original valuation—a rare and favorable position for Atlanta as they balance immediate competitiveness with long-term roster flexibility. Media consensus frames Robinson as a cornerstone piece in an ascending system, and the recent offensive line investments underscore the organization's confidence in building around him rather than viewing him as a transitional piece.

Contracts in the Same Value Band

Other same-position deals the Contract Value Index also places in the A band — a quick read on where Bijan's contract sits relative to comparable money.

Performance Analysis

Bijan Robinson enters his third NFL season as one of the most exciting young backs in the game, a former top-10 pick living up to his considerable draft pedigree. At just 24, Robinson earns a strong A- overall grade, cementing himself as a clear RB1 with legitimate All-Pro upside still ahead. His trajectory from a C in 2023 to an A- in 2024 reflects genuine development, though his current 2025 grade has dipped to a B. On the ground, Robinson is posting elite production, averaging 86.9 rush yards per game against an NFL average of just 22.4, firmly in the top tier of all running backs this season. His 5.15 yards per carry comfortably outpaces the league average of 4.11, demonstrating consistent ability to generate chunk yardage between the tackles and in open space. Touchdown production at 0.41 per game trails elite marks of 0.73, signaling the Falcons' red-zone usage or play-calling remains an area that could unlock another gear for his scoring output. Robinson's ceiling as a franchise cornerstone back remains extremely high, and his age ensures this is far from a finished product. If Atlanta improves its offensive line continuity and deploys him more aggressively inside the 10-yard line, a jump back to A-range grades is very realistic. Watch for Robinson to challenge the elite threshold in yards per carry as he enters the prime years of his athletic window.

How Bijan Compares at the Position

Bijan Robinson ranks 8th of 175 graded running backs by performance. That slots Bijan between Saquon Barkley (A) just ahead and Christian Mccaffrey (A-) just behind.

Current Sentiment

Bijan Robinson enters 2026 as a legitimate elite-tier running back following his 2025 All-Pro First Team selection, cementing his status among the NFL's most productive backs after contact. Media coverage reflects a player in his prime, with recent rankings placing him in the top five at his position and recognition of his elite efficiency metrics. The dominant narrative centers on contract extension discussions between Robinson and the Falcons, framed constructively as a market-resetting negotiation rather than a contentious standoff. While some outlets question whether record-setting deals for young backs like Robinson and Jahmyr Gibbs represent prudent cap management, the tone remains analytical rather than critical of Robinson's individual performance or value. Overall perception is decidedly positive, anchored by his All-Pro credentials and recent on-field production, with contract talks viewed as a natural next step for a star entering his prime earning years.