Bijan Robinson Aims for Greater Heights in 2026

Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson is coming off a remarkable 2025 season, where he led the NFL with 2,298 scrimmage yards, earning First Team All-Pro honors and finishing fourth in Offensive Player of the Year voting. Robinson's impressive statistics included 1,478 rushing yards on 287 carries and 820 receiving yards on 79 receptions, resulting in a total of 11 touchdowns. Despite these achievements, Robinson expressed a desire to enhance his performance in 2026, stating, "Last year was a cool year, but this year I want to be even better in all aspects."

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Robinson's pursuit of excellence focuses on specific areas where he could enhance his game. One significant aspect is his performance on under-center runs. In 2025, he averaged 4.3 yards per carry from under center, compared to 5.5 yards from the shotgun. The Falcons, under new head coach Kevin Stefanski, plan to implement a scheme that emphasizes under-center runs, which could necessitate improvement in this area.

Falcons' Bijan Robinson Aims to Improve Even Further in 2026

Additionally, Robinson's efficiency in short-yardage situations was subpar, converting only 45.5% of his third- or fourth-and-1 attempts into first downs, ranking 44th among 49 qualifying running backs. This inefficiency led to backup Tyler Allgeier receiving more goal-line opportunities. Furthermore, Robinson's pass-blocking performance was noted as a weakness, yielding 13 pressures on 83 snaps, indicating a need for improvement to enhance his effectiveness in passing situations.

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Robinson attributes part of his optimism and physical readiness for the upcoming season to his offseason training with San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey. He emphasized the importance of recovery alongside rigorous training, stating, "We put in work, but we really do take care of our bodies." This collaboration has reportedly made a significant impact on Robinson's approach to training and recovery, contributing to his assertion that he feels "better than ever."

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Robinson's commitment to improvement reflects a broader team mentality. He acknowledged the urgency for the Falcons to elevate their performance, stating, "I think a lot of the guys here know we have to have a certain level of urgency this season." His desire for continuity in coaching, having experienced multiple changes in his short career, underscores his hope for stability under Stefanski's leadership.

Falcons' Bijan Robinson has big goal for HC Kevin Stefanski

As the Falcons prepare for the 2026 season, Robinson's focus will be on implementing Stefanski's new offensive scheme while addressing the identified areas for improvement. The upcoming offseason program and training camp will be crucial for Robinson to refine his skills and enhance the Falcons' offensive potency.

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• "Last year was a cool year, but this year I want to be even better in all aspects." — Bijan Robinson, Falcons Running Back

• "It was a blessing that I stayed healthy throughout the whole season, but even when the season was over I felt great to play even more." — Bijan Robinson, on his offseason training

• "I think a lot of the guys here know we have to have a certain level of urgency this season." — Bijan Robinson, on team goals

Falcons' Bijan Robinson has big goal for HC Kevin Stefanski

Robinson's determination to build on his previous success positions him as a key player to watch in the upcoming NFL season.

Bijan Robinson heading into Year 4: 'I really feel like this is the best I have felt'