NFL Investigating Falcons for Not Reporting Bijan Robinson's Health Status Before Game

Robinson, who reportedly felt unwell and experienced headaches, took minimal part in the Falcons' game against the Buccaneers; team's failure to update his health status raises potential violation of NFL's injury-report compliance rules.

• The NFL is investigating the Atlanta Falcons for not reporting Rookie running back Bijan Robinson's health status before their game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, potentially violating the NFL's injury-report compliance rules.
• Robinson reportedly began to feel unwell, experiencing strange feelings and headaches on the Saturday before the game. Despite these symptoms, he was not subjected to a concussion or COVID-19 test.
• Despite not feeling well, Robinson played limited snaps during the game, even making a contribution during the final stages of the match with a 3-yard run that set up the winning field goal.
• The Falcons reportedly believed Robinson would play regardless of his health status, which is why they did not update his status on the injury report. Past violations of this nature have led to fines for other teams.
• While Robinson was limited, the Falcons turned to Tyler Allgeier and Cordarrelle Patterson in the backfield, whose performances aided in the Falcons' narrow 16-13 victory over the Buccaneers.

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