The Falcons Make Bijan Robinson Highest Paid Running Back in NFL History The Atlanta Falcons' decision to make Bijan Robinson the highest paid running back in NFL history is a stark reminder that the league operates on its own economics.
This move is not just a player getting a well deserved payday; it's also an extreme manifestation of the NFL's propensity for excess.
Robinson's guaranteed $51 million contract shatters the previous record held by Saquon Barkley, and with good reason: Robinson has proven himself to be one of the most dynamic players in the league.