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Bijan Robinson Declares Peak Form for Three-Down Role Under Stefanski

Offseason sessions with Christian McCaffrey sharpened his recovery habits for a heavier workload.

Overview

  • Robinson, who spoke Thursday at the start of Atlanta’s offseason program, said this is the best he has felt since joining the team.
  • He trained in California with 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey and credited the focus on recovery for helping him feel fresher.
  • Under new coach Kevin Stefanski, he is positioned as Atlanta’s every-down back, with Brian Robinson Jr. added as a defined backup for short-yardage snaps.
  • He is coming off a 2025 season that led the NFL with 2,298 yards from scrimmage, built on 1,478 rushing and 820 receiving, earning Pro Bowl and first-team All-Pro honors.
  • He said he aims to be a veteran leader and praised Stefanski for keeping running backs coach Michael Pitre as he learns the new offense.