Falcons Delay Contract Talks for Star Duo Until After NFL Draft

GM says extensions for Drake London and Bijan Robinson will wait until free agency and draft are complete.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 10:23pm

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A fractured, geometric painting in the colors of the Atlanta Falcons, with sharp planes and angles representing the motion and energy of a football game, conceptually illustrating the team's strategic approach to managing its roster and salary cap.The Falcons' measured approach to contract extensions for key offensive stars Drake London and Bijan Robinson reflects a strategic focus on roster-building ahead of the new season.Atlanta Today

The Atlanta Falcons are holding off on contract extension talks with star wide receiver Drake London and star running back Bijan Robinson until after the 2023 NFL Draft, according to Falcons general manager Ian Cunningham. Both players are key offensive pieces, with Robinson coming off another standout season in 2025 with over 2,300 total yards and 11 touchdowns.

Why it matters

The Falcons are taking a measured approach to locking up their top offensive talents, prioritizing free agency and the draft before turning to extensions. This suggests the team wants to ensure it has its roster set before committing long-term money to London and Robinson.

The details

Cunningham said extension talks with London are "on top of the mind," but the team is keeping the focus on free agency and the draft before extending either London or Robinson. Both players are likely to receive lucrative new deals considering their importance to the Falcons' offense.

  • The Falcons' 2023 NFL Draft is scheduled for April 27-29.

The players

Drake London

A wide receiver for the Atlanta Falcons who is awaiting a contract extension.

Bijan Robinson

A running back for the Atlanta Falcons who is also awaiting a contract extension.

Ian Cunningham

The general manager of the Atlanta Falcons.

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What they’re saying

“Extension talks with Drake London are 'on top of the mind,' but the team is keeping the focus on free agency and the draft before he or Bijan Robinson are extended.”

— Ian Cunningham, Falcons General Manager

What’s next

The Falcons are expected to make decisions on contract extensions for London and Robinson after the 2023 NFL Draft concludes in late April.

The takeaway

The Falcons are taking a prudent approach to managing their salary cap by delaying contract talks with two of their top offensive stars until after free agency and the draft. This allows the team to focus on building out the rest of the roster before committing long-term money to London and Robinson.