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Falcons sign Bijan Robinson to 3-year, $75 million extension: Sources

PUBLISHED Aug 4, 2026, 10:29 AM ET

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There will be no more holding in for Bijan Robinson in Atlanta. The Falcons and their star running back agreed Tuesday to a contract extension that resets the market for the position. Robinson is signing a three-year, $75 million deal, according to league sources with knowledge of the contract who spoke anonymously because they were not authorized to speak publicly, making him the highest-paid running back in NFL history at $25 million per year. The two sides have been in negotiations for month

By Emily Rhodes | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

On April 27, 2023, Atlanta Falcons drafted Bijan Robinson eighth overall. On January 20, 2025, Matt Ryan became team president of football.On February 8, 2025, Bijan Robinson finished an All-Pro breakout season.On July 28, 2026, Bijan Robinson initiated a training camp hold-in.On August 3, 2026, Robinson watched practice from the sidelines in pads. On August 4, 2026, Atlanta Falcons announced a lucrative contract extension. On August 4, 2026, financial terms of $75 million were leaked publicly.On August 5, 2026, Robinson returned fully to active team practice sessions.In September 2026, Robinson will debut his new contract status live.In January 2031, Robinson's record-setting Atlanta Falcons contract extension concludes.

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Atlanta secured its star running back, ending training camp drama. The massive deal permanently resets running back market valuation standards.Atlanta Falcons, running back market, fantasy football managers, and fans. Monitor official team announcements and verified sports media updates closely.

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