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FalconsBijan Robinson Wins NFC Offensive Player of the Month as Rookie Xavier Watts Takes Defensive Rookie Award

The recognition spotlights Robinson’s league-leading start with Atlanta on its bye at 2-2.

Overview

  • The NFL announced the September honors on Thursday, with two Falcons receiving monthly awards.
  • Robinson leads the league with 584 yards from scrimmage through four games on 64 rushes for 314 yards and 18 catches for 270 yards.
  • He posted career highs in Week 4 against Washington with 196 receiving yards and 181 total yards from scrimmage.
  • Watts leads all rookies through four games with two interceptions and 17 solo tackles and is tied for the rookie lead with four passes defensed.
  • Atlanta celebrated the news during its Week 5 bye after a 34-27 win to reach 2-2, punctuated by a team post reading “Bijan Phenomenon.”