Robinson’s 194-yard game lifts award standing

Bijan Robinson’s 194 rushing yards helped Atlanta beat Green Bay 35–14 in Week 3, strengthening his case among this season’s Offensive Player of the Year contenders.

Michael Penix Jr. returned at quarterback for the Falcons, throwing for 256 yards and a touchdown. Fox Sports said his return helped create balance in Atlanta’s offence.

Robinson leads the NFL with 467 scrimmage yards this season. Fox Sports also cited his 5.3 yards per carry and 4.9 yards after contact per carry, the latter ranking second among running backs with at least 25 carries.

DraftKings Sportsbook lists Robinson fourth in its Offensive Player of the Year odds at +1200, behind Kenneth Walker III, Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Jahmyr Gibbs. The odds are a measure of the market, not a voting result.

Fox Sports said Robinson will need more performances like the one against Green Bay to remain in contention.