Falcons’ Bijan Robinson Earns Major NFL Award Ahead of Week 5
In his first two seasons in the NFL, Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson has quickly turned himself into one of the deadliest offensive playmakers in the league. However, his standout work isn’t limited to his play on the field, as he has continually found ways to give back to the community throughout his young career.
For many professional athletes nowadays, the work you do off the field is just as important as the work you do on the field, and that is something Robinson has embraced since turning pro back in 2023. Ahead of the league’s Week 5 action, Robinson ended up earning a prestigious award that shined a light on his work off the field.
Bijan Robinson Earns NFLPA Community MVP for Week 5
After a standout collegiate career with the Texas Longhorns, the Falcons selected Robinson with the No. 8 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. He immediately earned a starting role on offense, racking up over 1,450 total yards and eight touchdowns as a rookie. While he didn’t earn a Pro Bowl selection, he did finish fifth in a crowded Offensive Rookie of the Year race.
Robinson took a big step forward in 2024, rushing for 1,456 yards and 14 touchdowns, while also catching 61 passes for 431 yards and another score as a receiver. In 2025, Robinson has gotten off to a hot start, as he already has 340 rushing yards, 270 receiving yards, and two touchdowns in his first four games as he continues to establish himself as one of the top players in the league.
Off the field, Robinson has continued to give back to the community, and after he hosted a massive reading event at Mercedes-Benz Stadium that saw 7,700 children attend to watch the star running back read a book titled “Be You,” he ended up earning the NFLPA’s Community MVP for Week 5 of the 2025 campaign. Robinson has since launched his own “BijanReads” campaign, which he recently spoke about.
“When I learned how many students were struggling with these skills, I knew I had to use my platform to encourage change,” Robinson said. “Through BijanReads, we’re aiming to make literacy fun and accessible for every child.”
Bijan Robinson Continues to Give Back to the Community
GettyBijan Robinson #7 of the Atlanta Falcons runs the ball for a touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Houston Texans at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on October 08, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia.
In addition to his new “BijanReads” campaign, Robinson has also worked with Change Church, which is a religious organization that operates out of Atlanta. In the wake of Robinson earning this award, the NFLPA announced that it would be making a $10,000 donation to this organization in recognition of his off-field work.
On the field, Robinson and the Falcons are enjoying a bye week in Week 5 before gearing up for 13 straight games to close out the season. Atlanta is going to need all the rest it can get because when it returns to action, it will draw a tough matchup against the Detroit Lions. With this game scheduled for Monday Night Football in Week 6, kickoff is set for 7:15 p.m. on Oct. 13.
Packers' Failed Draft Pick Running Out of Lives Before It’s Game Over
The Green Bay Packers are a franchise that has Super Bowl aspirations year in and year out. When those are the level of expectations that you welcome, it is imperative that draft picks aren't total misses, especially ones made in the first three rounds.
Unfortunately, that is an area where Brian Gutekunst and the scouting department recently fell short, and it is now impacting the way the Packers are forced to game plan on the offensive side of the ball. While it is no fault of his own as injuries happen, time is running out for 2024 draft pick MarShawn Lloyd to prove that he belongs on this roster for the long haul.
Packers RB MarShawn Lloyd is Running Out of Chances in Green Bay
After being selected with the No. 88 overall pick in the 2024 draft, Lloyd was expected to be a major contributor alongside Josh Jacobs in Green Bay's backfield. Fast forward 18 months, and Lloyd has appeared in one game for the Packers, their 16-10 victory over the Indianapolis Colts in Week 2 of 2024, and gained 15 yards on six carries.
Since his NFL debut, the list of injuries that Lloyd has dealt with has only continued to grow. After a groin injury hampered him at the start of training camp this summer, the former Southern California Trojan standout suffered a hamstring strain during Green Bay's preseason matchup against Indianapolis that landed Lloyd on the IR to start the 2025 campaign.
It remains to be seen just what Lloyd will be able to contribute to the Packers this season, if he brings anything to the table at all. Emanuel Wilson has looked more than up to the task of serving as the primary backup to Jacobs, as he had a breakout performance against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 4. That showing should only lead to the coaching staff giving Wilson more opportunities to see the field on offense, which doesn't exactly bode well for Lloyd.
Lloyd has two years remaining on the four-year rookie contract he signed with the franchise in 2024. However, all the guaranteed money owed to him by Green Bay has already been paid out. With that being the case, there are no real financial ramifications for the organization cutting bait and moving forward without the running back.
The final chapter of Lloyd's story with the Packers hasn't been written yet, but it will take a major turnaround from the 24-year-old to reclaim the role he was expected to carry for this team.
