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Bijan Robinson being selected early in the first round sparked excitement for many Texas fans.
Texas running back Bijan Robinson is the newest member of the Atlanta Falcons. Continue reading “Social media reacts to the Atlanta Falcons drafting Texas RB Bijan Robinson”
Robert Griffin III gave high praise to Texas running back Bijan Robinson ahead of the NFL Draft.
Former Heisman Trophy winner and current NFL analyst Robert Griffin III gave high praise to Texas running back Bijan Robinson ahead of the NFL Draft. Continue reading “RGIII believes Texas RB Bijan Robinson is the ‘best player in the draft’”
Bijan Robinson could be the missing piece for the Dallas Cowboys.
Anticipation is building for the 2023 NFL Draft starting this week. Continue reading “Mike Florio: Bijan Robinson can make the Cowboys a ‘Super Bowl contender’”
“I think he’s very much in the same vein as Christian McCaffrey.”
Texas running back Bijan Robinson is expected off the board in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft. Continue reading “NFL Draft: Texas RB Bijan Robinson earns high praise from Joel Klatt”
Barry Sanders wants to see Bijan Robinson as a Detriot Lion.
Running back Bijan Robinson enjoyed a storied college career as a Texas Longhorn. Robinson set numerous records, won a plethora of awards and compiled a long list of highlight plays during his three seasons.
The Longhorn superstar is expected to go in the first round of the upcoming NFL Draft.
When asked about who he modeled his game after during an interview on Good Morning Football, Robinson stated he looks up to Detriot Lions legend Barry Sanders.
Sanders took notice of Robinson’s comments and left him some words of encouragement via Twitter.
“I shouldn’t say where I would love to see him go,” Sanders said, with a winky face emoji. “He is a very talented prospect, and I am always honored when a someone has found inspiration in what I did. Good luck @Bijan5Robinson, and maybe we will see you in #Detroit.”
It is safe to say Sanders would love to see Robinson in Dertiot blue and gray next season. The Lions hold the No. 6 and No. 18 overall picks in the NFL Draft.
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Could Bijan Robinson and Micah Parsons be future teammates in the NFL?
Bijan Robinson is putting in offseason work with Dallas Cowboys star linebacker Micah Parsons. The two were seen training together in Austin, Texas this week.
The former Texas standout is expecting the hear his name called in the first round of the upcoming NFL Draft. Scouts are raving about Robinson’s dynamic skillset and playmaking ability.
Robinson totaled over 4,200 yards and 41 touchdowns from scrimmage in his three-year college career. He won the 2022 Doak Walker Award as the best running back in the nation.
Could Robinson and Parsons be future teammates at the next level?
The Cowboys hold the No. 26 pick in the first round of the draft. With longtime starter Ezekiel Elliot gone in free agency, Robinson may fill the role as the franchise running back.
A couple of recent mock drafts have the Cowboys picking the Longhorn superstar.
Bijan and Micah Parsons are training together out in Austin today pic.twitter.com/PskfSrgWfO
— Cory Mose (@Cory_Mose) April 10, 2023
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The Eagles hosted Bijan Robinson on a visit this week.
The Philadelphia Eagles hosted highly touted prospect Bijan Robinson on a pre-draft visit this week. Continue reading “Texas RB Bijan Robinson takes pre-draft trip to Philadelphia”
Putting Texas RB Bijan Robinson under a microscope to highlight his strengths, weaknesses and fit with the Chargers.
Over the next month, we will look at a handful of draft prospects leading up to the 2023 NFL draft.
With the Chargers having needs at various positions, we will do our best to evaluate the players that we feel fit the team precisely.
Today, I take a look at Texas running back Bijan Robinson.
Height: 5-11
Weight: 215
Hometown: Tucson, AZ
Career: Winner of the 2022 Doak Walker Award. Ranks fourth all-time in Longhorn history with 3,410 rushing yards and 41 total touchdowns (33 rushing, eight receiving). Unanimous All-American in 2022.
Despite lacking elite speed, Robinson is an impressive athlete who plays with tremendous tenacity, and with his outstanding footwork, balance, instincts, and proficiency in the passing game, he has the makings of a future star.
Plays with excellent vision, natural instincts, feel for blockers and where holes will come open…Does a good job of pressing holes to force decisions. Has explosive acceleration to slice into openings and defenders at contact…Great bend and lateral agility to put foot in ground to get into the second level…Solid lower-body strength and balance to keep his feet moving and run through tackles…Excellent hands and body control in the passing game, runs smooth routes, dangerous on wheel routes….High IQ to pick up blitzers.
Speed is good, but it isn’t elite…Is sufficient as a blocker in pass protection, but will need to improve his anchor…Tendency to carry the ball loose at times…Hefty workload in college, has averaged 226.5 carries each of the past two seasons.
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College Football star Texas RB Bijan Robinson is going to be special in the NFL. Just watch this run. My goodness.
“Looking like Reggie Bush” 🍿 pic.twitter.com/0VMaTOrNzb
— JWP Sports (@JWPSports) February 25, 2023
Bijan Robinson’s balance is something ELSE 😳
The Texas RB led all of college football in forced missed tackles last season with 104.
One of the best RB prospects the NFL Draft has seen in a WHILE. pic.twitter.com/OFpGhp2E4W
— NFL Rookie Watch (@NFLRookieWatxh) February 20, 2023
Bijan Robinson runs with exceptional vision, contact balance and lateral quickness. Running backs like him don’t come around very often. pic.twitter.com/5bGBUS6JdU
— Kendell Hollowell (@KHollowell_) March 5, 2023
Bijan Robinson’s footwork is something ELSE 😳
The Longhorns RB put on a CLINIC today at the NFL Combine. pic.twitter.com/NVtlOQfeby
— NFL Rookie Watch (@NFLRookieWatxh) March 6, 2023
Bijan Robinson’s natural receiving skills are GORGEOUS 🥵
pic.twitter.com/2LcQWyYhBz— Luke Sawhook 🪚🪝 (@lukesawhook) March 5, 2023
Bijan Robinson, zvijer… pic.twitter.com/kh7gfBvY6n
— NFLBalkan (@NflBalkan) March 9, 2023
Esse tal de Bijan Robinson tem futuro. pic.twitter.com/t8UAz3vkFh
— cristian (@Cristianspfc_) March 12, 2023
That’s a RB making that catch.
Bijan Robinson is phenomenal. pic.twitter.com/zJkYFDgAvx
— Unnecessary Roughness (@UnnecRoughness) October 15, 2022
Bijan Robinson has met with many teams at the NFL Combine.
Running backs met with the media during Saturday’s portion of the NFL Combine. Many eyes were on Bijan Robinson as the No. 1 ranked player at his position.
Bijan is one of five Longhorns taking part in this year’s NFL Combine. He is joined by Roschon Johnson, DeMarvion Overshown, Moro Ojomo and Keondre Coburn.
Robinson has a great chance to break Texas’ long first-round draft pick drought. He has been recently mocked to teams such as the Eagles, Bills, Ravens and Cowboys. Some experts have gone as far as to compare Robinson to New York Giants all-pro running back Saquon Barkley.
As a Texas Longhorn, Robinson rushed for 1,580 yards and 18 touchdowns in 2022, earning the Doak Walker Award in the process. He ended his college career with 3,410 rushing yards and 33 touchdowns in three seasons. Robinson is a valuable pass catcher out of the backfield as he added eight touchdowns through the air at Texas.
Here is a look at everything Robinson said to the media at the combine on Saturday.
NFL scouts love watching Bijan Robinson’s game.
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Robinson enjoyed a historic college career at the University of Texas, climbing up school rushing records and winning the 2022 Doak Walker Award.
NFL scouts love watching Robinson’s game. ESPN’s Matt Miller even went as far as comparing Robinson to NFL All-Pro running back Sauqon Barkley.
“Robinson’s contact balance and vision in traffic are some of the best I’ve ever seen. He rushed for 1,580 rushing yards and 18 TDs this season, and he’s also a very good receiving threat out of the backfield (314 receiving yards). There are few players more talented than Robinson in this year’s class.”
Whichever NFL team lands Robinson is getting one of the best running back prospects in recent memory. Multiple teams in the league would provide ideal situations for Robinson to end up in.
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