NFL Draft: Why Falcons Took RB Bijan Robinson at No. 8
The Atlanta Falcons didn't need a running back, but they got one in Texas Longhorns running back Bijan Robinson with the No. 8 overall pick in the NFL Draft.
The Falcons were in need of adding a pass rusher or a cornerback to play alongside A.J. Terrell, but the team opted for Robinson, a super speedy running back to add to the backfield with 2022 fifth-round pick Tyler Allgeier and veteran Cordarrelle Patterson.
However, the Falcons met with Robinson and the two sides started to build a great rapport.
"Yeah, I mean, the Falcons, that's a great organization, great coaches," Robinson said. "I had a chance to meet with them, as well - it was an awesome meeting. I kind of see where that's going in, where that's headed at.
"But for me, we just don't know - we could have a surprise, or anything could happen, but I just know God's going to put me in the right team, right position wherever I'm at."
Robinson, 21, is coming off a stellar junior season for the Longhorns, earning unanimous All-American honors after running for 1,580 yards and 18 touchdowns while averaging over six yards per carry. He was also a threat in the passing game, hauling in 19 passes for 314 yards and two scores.
Now, Robinson is in position to form one of the most dynamic backfields in football with Allgeier and give opposing defensive lines fits around the NFL.
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