Bijan Robinson's performance on 'Monday Night Football' against the Buffalo Bills was nothing short of spectacular, rewriting record books and leaving fans in awe. His impressive stat line included 19 carries for 170 yards, averaging an astounding 8.9 yards per carry, along with an 81-yard touchdown run, and 6 catches for 68 yards. This resulted in a total of 238 yards from scrimmage, solidifying his position as a standout player.
Falcons' head coach Raheem Morris didn't hesitate to praise Robinson, stating, "He's the best player in football." This sentiment was echoed by Drake London, who compared Robinson's natural talent to that of basketball legend LeBron James, highlighting his exceptional physical gifts and artistry on the field.
Here are some of the most remarkable stats that underscore Robinson's dominance:
81-yard touchdown: This incredible run ties Michael Turner's 81-yard touchdown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2012 for the second-longest rushing touchdown in Falcons history. Both are only surpassed by Warrick Dunn's 90-yard touchdown in 2006. Moreover, it stands as the longest run by any NFL player this season and the longest rushing touchdown on 'Monday Night Football' since Matt Breida's 83-yard run in 2019.
100+ scrimmage yards streak: Robinson has achieved 100 or more scrimmage yards in all five games this season, matching William Andrews' 1983 record for the longest such streak by a Falcon at the start of a season.
Explosive plays: Robinson has already recorded three 50-plus yard plays from scrimmage through five games in 2025, a significant increase from his previous performance.
Teammate synergy: Drake London also gained over 140 yards from scrimmage in the first half, making them only the second pair of NFL teammates since 1991 to achieve this feat in the same half, joining Kevin Curtis and Brian Westbrook of the Philadelphia Eagles in 2007.
Youngest to 4,000 scrimmage yards: At just 23 years old, Robinson is the youngest Falcon to reach 4,000 career scrimmage yards. He matched William Andrews' record for the fewest games played to achieve this milestone, doing so in just 39 games.
Prime-time dominance: Robinson's 170 rushing yards are the most by any Falcon in a prime-time game. He's only the second player in NFL history to have at least 170 rushing yards and 60 receiving yards in a prime-time game, alongside Tiki Barber.
Historical scrimmage yards: Robinson's 822 scrimmage yards through his first five games this season rank as the fourth-most in the Super Bowl era. He joins elite company with Christian McCaffrey, Tiki Barber, and O.J. Simpson, who also achieved similar feats in their respective seasons.
But here's where it gets controversial... Could Robinson's early success be a sign of a new era for the Falcons? Or is this just a hot streak? What do you think? Share your thoughts in the comments!
