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Robinson entered the Falcons' record books in style against the Rams.
In Week 17's decisive win against the Los Angeles Rams on 'Monday Night Football,' Bijan Robinson etched his name into the Atlanta Falcons' record books with an exceptional offensive display. Surpassing William Andrews' long-standing single-season scrimmage yard record of 2,176, Robinson amassed an impressive 229 yards from scrimmage. His final stat line included 22 carries for 195 rushing yards, 34 receiving yards on five catches, along with both a rushing and receiving touchdown, solidifying his third year with the Falcons as one of the franchise's most remarkable individual offensive seasons to date. His performance showcased an unparalleled impact on the team's offense, marking him as a standout player who consistently delivers.
Bijan Robinson currently leads the entire league in scrimmage yards with a total of 2,255 for the year. This achievement also establishes a new Falcons' franchise record for the most scrimmage yards accumulated by a single player in a season. His remarkable 93-yard touchdown run during the Monday night game against the Rams stands as the longest rush by any player in the league this season, reaching a top speed of 21.2 miles per hour. This long run was the first of its kind for a Falcons running back since Warrick Dunn achieved a 90-yard rush in 2006. Furthermore, following this 93-yard touchdown, Robinson surpassed Christian McCaffrey's Carolina record, holding the distinction for the most scrimmage yards by an NFL player aged 23 or younger in history, exceeding 5,443 career yards.
Robinson’s exceptional talent was highlighted by his ability to consistently gain significant yardage after initial contact. In his 200-plus scrimmage yard outing, a staggering 190 of his 229 yards came after first contact, setting a new record for the most yards after contact since ESPN began tracking this specific metric in 2009. According to Next Gen Stats, he forced an impressive 11 missed tackles on his carries, generating 168 extra yards, a figure tied for the most in any game over the past seven seasons. Historically, Robinson is the only player in NFL history to record at least 1,400 rushing yards and 810 receiving yards in a single season, showcasing his versatility. He also rushed for a career-high 195 yards, marking the most rushing yards by a Falcon in a single game since Michael Turner's 208-yard performance against the Rams in 2008.
Demonstrating incredible consistency, Bijan Robinson has registered over 150 scrimmage yards in seven contests this season. This achievement is truly unique, as no other running back in the league has managed more than three such games, with prominent players like Christian McCaffrey, De’Von Achane, Jahmyr Gibbs, and Jonathan Taylor each reaching this mark only three times. Beyond his on-field heroics, Robinson also made a significant impact in fantasy football, concluding the fantasy season with a career-high 39.9 PPR (Points Per Reception) points on Monday night, making him a top performer for fantasy managers.
Bijan Robinson's remarkable season has garnered widespread praise from both his team and even opposing coaches. Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris lauded him as 'the best player in football,' a sentiment he claims to have held for 18 weeks. Quarterback Kirk Cousins echoed this, noting that Robinson consistently delivers when called upon. Kicker Zane Gonzalez described him as a 'truly different human' and 'untackleable,' expressing the sheer enjoyment of watching his play. Even Rams head coach Sean McVay acknowledged Robinson's exceptional talent, particularly his ability to exploit defensive gaps for big plays, referencing his 93-yard touchdown run. With just one week left in the 2025 season, Robinson is poised to surpass Saquon Barkley's 2,283 scrimmage yards from the previous season, needing only 28 more yards to achieve the highest total for any player in the last six seasons. His 2025 season will undoubtedly be remembered with awe and wonder.