Falcons RB Bijan Robinson Ranks Fourth Among NFL Running Backs for 2025

Bijan Robinson of the Atlanta Falcons has rapidly emerged as one of the NFL's premier running backs, climbing to No. 4 on ESPN's 2025 rankings ahead of established stars like Christian McCaffrey and Josh Jacobs. After a strong sophomore season in 2024, Robinson rushed for 1,456 yards and 14-15 touchdowns, while also being a reliable pass-catcher with over 400 receiving yards, making him one of only three players in NFL history to surpass 2,400 rushing yards and 100 receptions in their first two seasons. Analysts and coaches praise his rare combination of size, speed, versatility, and ability to break tackles, labeling him a nightmare for defenses to prepare against. Despite the Falcons' overall struggles in 2024, Robinson's role remains critical, especially with rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. expected to improve offensive balance and open running lanes. With this continued development and improved offensive weapons, Robinson is poised for a potential Offensive Player of the Year campaign and may redefine the modern NFL running back. His historic early career performance solidifies his status as a game-changing player for Atlanta's future success.