Why Falcons RB Bijan Robinson Can Be 'Perfect Fit' in Atlanta
The Atlanta Falcons shocked the NFL world by taking Bijan Robinson with the No. 8 overall pick.
While many criticized the move because Robinson didn't fulfill a major need for the Falcons, he represents Atlanta doubling down on being a power run offense. The system built by Arthur Smith could make Robinson a perfect fit for Atlanta.
"Robinson is an all-purpose playmaker who can produce in any game situation," ESPN writes. "That's a fit here for Arthur Smith's run-heavy offense, where Robinson will also see schemed targets as an asset in the pass game. Last season, the Falcons logged 559 rushing attempts, the most in the league. And they led the league in designed run rate at 51.1% of offensive plays.
"That sets up for Robinson to be a volume runner in Atlanta, especially on zone schemes. He can press the perimeter here, burst to daylight or bend the ball back. Robinson can run with power, shake defenders and hit home runs. He has the physical profile and traits to produce high-end numbers as a rookie in Smith's offense."
Robinson is expected to join second-year pro Tyler Allgeier (who broke the Falcons' rookie record for rushing yards) and Cordarrelle Patterson to form one of the league's elite running back rooms.
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