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Bijan Robinson, in his second NFL season with the Atlanta Falcons, has shown remarkable progress. Expectations were high for the former No. 8 overall pick, and he has met or exceeded them throughout the season. Robinson has not fumbled in 14 weeks and has improved significantly in pass protection, as demonstrated in a recent game against the Minnesota Vikings.

Falcons head coach Raheem Morris stated, "He's done even more than I even had for his expectations when it comes to pass pro, when it comes to some of the toughness that he brings to our table and the mindset that he brings to our team."

Voting for the 2025 Pro Bowl Games is now open, and Robinson's performance as a top running back is noteworthy. Through 13 games, he ranks third among all NFC players with 1,378 scrimmage yards and second among NFC running backs with 401 receiving yards. He is tied for fifth with 66 first downs and sixth in total touchdowns with nine.

Robinson's nine games with at least 100 yards from scrimmage place him second only to Saquon Barkley in the NFL. His ability to force missed tackles ranks third among NFC running backs.

A notable statistic shows Robinson achieving an average speed of 11.02 miles per hour at the line of scrimmage this season, leading all running backs with at least 100 carries.

His standout performance came against the New Orleans Saints in Week 10, where he ran for 116 yards and two touchdowns on 20 carries and caught three passes for an additional 28 yards.

Falcons linebacker Nate Landman praised Robinson: "You've got to look at him and Saquon. I think those two are the freakiest two guys; they've just got stuff that you can't coach...I don't think there's a more well-rounded running back in the league."

Fans can vote for their favorite players on AtlantaFalcons.com, NFL.com or on X using #ProBowlVote followed by the player's name until Dec. 23. Votes cast on X during Dec. 22-23 will count double towards a player's total.