The Atlanta Falcons star ended his training camp hold-in by securing a record-breaking $75 million extension, surpassing Saquon Barkley to become the league's highest-paid back.
Former Texas Longhorns star Bijan Robinson isn't just highly rated in the video game world. As of Tuesday, he's also the highest-rated running back - by one measure, anyway - of all time.
One of the biggest stories at 2026 NFL training camps has been the "hold-in'' of Atlanta Falcons star Robinson. But now it is being reported that he will sign a three-year extension that will make him the highest-paid back in NFL history.
The new deal will reportedly be worth up to $75 million, according to NFL Network.
As part of the extension, Robinson will receive $51 million guaranteed, the highest-ever for a running back. And yes, as he will make an average annual salary of $22.25 million, Bijan will top 'em all when it comes to running backs salaries.
The new ranking ...
1. Bijan Robinson: $22.25M per year
2. Saquon Barkley: $20.6M per year
3. Christian McCaffrey: $19M per year
4. De’Von Achane: $16M per year
5. Derrick Henry: $15M per year
Meanwhile, EA Sports has given Robinson a 95 overall rating in Madden NFL 27, making him the fourth-highest rated running back in this year's game.
Robinson, 24, has steadily climbed the ratings ladder since entering the league, and his latest jump on Madden reflects the dominant season he put together for the Falcons. Robinson has quickly become one of the NFL's premier offensive weapons thanks to his ability to impact games both as a runner and a receiver, giving defenses problems every time he touches the football.
Only Jahmyr Gibbs, Christian McCaffrey, and Jonathan Taylor earned higher overall ratings than Robinson entering Madden 27.
And in real football? Robinson has established himself as one of the NFL's biggest stars just three seasons into his professional career.
For Texas fans, Robinson's continued success comes as no surprise. During his time in Austin, he showcased the same blend of vision, explosiveness, balance, and receiving ability that made him one of the nation's most exciting players. He left the Longhorns as one of the program's most accomplished running backs before becoming a first-round NFL Draft selection.
Since making the jump to the professional level, Robinson has lived up to the lofty expectations that surrounded him coming out of Texas. His highlight-reel runs, ability to force missed tackles, and versatility in the passing game have made him the centerpiece of Atlanta's offense and one of the faces of the NFL.
For the Longhorns program, Robinson's latest accolade is another reminder of the NFL talent developed in Austin. As Texas continues producing professional stars, Robinson remains one of the school's brightest ambassadors, carrying the Longhorn legacy onto one of football's biggest stages - on Sundays, in Madden NFL 27 and at the bank.
