Bijan Robinson Shines as Falcons Defeat the Buffalo Bills

Bijan Robinson is a professional American football running back currently playing for the Atlanta Falcons in the National Football League (NFL). Born on January 30, 2002, in Tucson, Arizona, he attended Salpointe Catholic High School where he made history as the first player in Arizona high school football to achieve significant milestones[1][2]. Robinson played college football at the University of Texas from 2020 to 2022, establishing himself as one of the top running backs in NCAA football. Over 31 games (28 starts), he amassed 3,410 rushing yards on 539 carries with an average of 6.3 yards per carry and scored 33 rushing touchdowns. Additionally, he caught 60 passes for 805 yards and eight receiving touchdowns. His junior year in 2022 was particularly notable, with career highs in carries (258), rushing yards (1,580), rushing touchdowns (18), and receiving yards (314)[1][5]. Robinson's athletic lineage includes a grandfather, Cleo, who was an all-state linebacker and track athlete, and a great uncle, Paul, who played as a running back in the NFL and was a two-time Pro Bowl selection[2][5]. In the 2023 NFL Draft, Robinson was selected eighth overall in the first round by the Atlanta Falcons. In his rookie NFL season, he played 17 games (16 starts), rushing 214 times for 976 yards with a 4.6 average and four rushing touchdowns. He also contributed significantly as a receiver with 58 catches for 487 yards and four receiving touchdowns[1][3][4]. Off the field, Robinson is known for his strong faith and community involvement, emphasizing the importance of trust in God and giving back. His name, meaning "hero" in Persian, reflects his personal and athletic journey[2].

Josh Allen, born May 21, 1996, in Firebaugh, California, is a professional American football quarterback for the Buffalo Bills in the NFL. Raised in a farming family, Allen emerged as a talented athlete at Firebaugh High School but did not receive Division I scholarship offers initially. He began his college football career at Reedley College before transferring to the University of Wyoming, where he developed a reputation for a strong arm and dual-threat ability despite some early challenges and injuries. Allen was selected seventh overall by the Buffalo Bills in the 2018 NFL Draft. Early in his career, he struggled with passing accuracy, ranking near the bottom of the league in completion percentage during his first two seasons. However, after dedicated offseason work with coaches and a personal quarterback coach, Allen dramatically improved his accuracy and overall play. His breakout season in 2020 saw him throw for 4,544 yards and 37 touchdowns with a 69.2% completion rate, the largest three-year improvement in NFL history for a quarterback. He led the Bills to their first AFC Championship Game since 1993 but fell short against the Kansas City Chiefs. By 2023, Allen had established himself as one of the NFL's premier quarterbacks, setting multiple franchise records and earning Pro Bowl selections. Known for his powerful arm and mobility, he holds records such as the most rushing touchdowns by a quarterback in a season and four consecutive seasons with over 40 total touchdowns. Despite regular season success and multiple playoff appearances, including dominant performances in wild card games, the Bills under Allen have yet to secure a Super Bowl appearance, facing repeated playoff losses to teams like the Chiefs. Off the field, Allen gained media attention early in his career due to controversial social media posts from high school for which he apologized. He remains a central figure in Buffalo's quest for NFL championship success and is widely regarded for his leadership and athleticism. As of late 2025, Allen continues to be a key player for the Bills, maintaining strong performance and fan support.