The Atlanta Falcons went against the latest league trend by taking a running back in the first round of the NFL Draft.
Bijan Robinson seemed worthy of that No. 8 selection, as some believe he could end up being the best player in that class, and that’s a lot to say.
Robinson has yet to play a single official snap in the league, but he’s already turning heads with his elite moves and skills in training camp.
Those skills were on full display in a clip shared by Falcoholic Kevin (via PFF).
Bijan Robinson ??
(? @FalcoholicKevin)
pic.twitter.com/riW5MXI1xe— PFF (@PFF) July 28, 2023
The footage shows Robinson shake off his defender with a beautiful move and then complete a one-handed grab on an overthrown pass to secure a touchdown.
That right there is one of the many things that makes Robinson such a special and unique kind of talent, even among today’s versatile running backs.
He’s another wide receiver and perennial threat in the passing game, being able to be as efficient and dominant in the air as he is on the ground.
He’s expected to have as many touches and carries as he can handle during his rookie season, being thrown into the fire and serving as the Falcons’ focal offensive point right out of the gate.
The Falcons might struggle to win some games, even with him wreaking havoc out of the backfield or lining up at wide receiver.
But Robinson will still put up huge numbers, and it wouldn’t be shocking to see him run away with the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year award.
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