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Falcons Extend Bijan Robinson $75M, Making Him Highest-Paid RB

8/5/2026

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The Atlanta Falcons and running back Bijan Robinson signed a three-year, $75 million extension Tuesday, making him the NFL’s highest-paid running back.
The deal guarantees $51 million, a $66.75 million base and a $22.25 million average salary, beating Saquon Barkley’s $20.6 million average.
Robinson led the league with 2,298 scrimmage yards, 11 touchdowns, 1,478 rushing yards and 820 receiving yards.

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The Atlanta Falcons and running back Bijan Robinson signed a three-year, $75 million extension Tuesday, making him the NFL’s highest-paid running back.
The deal guarantees $51 million, a $66.75 million base and a $22.25 million average salary, beating Saquon Barkley’s $20.6 million average.
Robinson led the league with 2,298 scrimmage yards, 11 touchdowns, 1,478 rushing yards and 820 receiving yards.