Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson received a well-deserved contract extension on Tuesday, signing a three-year, $75 million deal including $51 million in guaranteed money. Robinson is now the NFL's highest-paid running back, but he isn't taking it for granted.
The former top-10 pick has been an ideal teammate both on and off of the field. Plus, Robinson's combination versatility and durability over his first three NFL seasons have made him one of the most consistent players in all of football.
Robinson said he heard from several people upon signing his new contract, including movie star Matthew McConaughey and former Falcons head coach Arthur Smith. While McConaughey will draw the most headlines, his relationship with Robinson has been well documented for many years.
Smith, who was Atlanta's head coach from 2021-2023, shared some advice with Robinson once the deal became official.
"Just because you got this contract doesn't mean you've got to start buying everything," Smith told Robinson via text.
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The former top-10 pick has been an ideal teammate both on and off of the field. Plus, Robinson's combination versatility and durability over his first three NFL seasons have made him one of the most consistent players in all of football.
Robinson said he heard from several people upon signing his new contract, including movie star Matthew McConaughey and former Falcons head coach Arthur Smith. While McConaughey will draw the most headlines, his relationship with Robinson has been well documented for many years.
Smith, who was Atlanta's head coach from 2021-2023, shared some advice with Robinson once the deal became official.
"Just because you got this contract doesn't mean you've got to start buying everything," Smith told Robinson via text.
#robinson #contract #back
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