Falcons Exercise Fifth-Year Option for All-Pro Bijan Robinson

The Falcons have locked up their star running back for an additional season.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 10:36pm

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The Atlanta Falcons have exercised the fifth-year option on the contract of All-Pro running back Bijan Robinson, keeping the versatile offensive weapon under team control through the 2027 season.

Why it matters

Bijan Robinson has emerged as one of the top running backs in the NFL over the past few seasons, making the Pro Bowl and earning First-Team All-Pro honors. Securing his services for an additional year is a critical move for the Falcons as they look to build around their star offensive player.

The details

The Falcons' decision to pick up Robinson's fifth-year option was considered a formality, as the team had made it clear they wanted to keep the 24-year-old running back in Atlanta long-term. Robinson has been a dynamic playmaker since being drafted in the first round by the Falcons in 2023, racking up over 4,500 yards from scrimmage and 35 total touchdowns in his first four NFL seasons.

  • The Falcons announced they were exercising Robinson's fifth-year option on April 10, 2026.

The players

Bijan Robinson

A 24-year-old running back who has made the Pro Bowl and earned First-Team All-Pro honors in his first four NFL seasons with the Atlanta Falcons.

Atlanta Falcons

The NFL franchise based in Atlanta, Georgia that drafted Bijan Robinson in the first round in 2023.

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The takeaway

By exercising Bijan Robinson's fifth-year option, the Falcons have ensured they will have their star running back under contract through the 2027 season. This move solidifies Atlanta's offensive core and gives the team additional time to work on a long-term extension to keep Robinson in a Falcons uniform for the foreseeable future.