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Robinson, Gibbs Support Each Other During Contract Talks

Bijan Robinson revealed he and Jahmyr Gibbs supported each other during their respective contract negotiations, with the Falcons running back signing a record-setting extension.

Bijan Robinson and Jahmyr Gibbs found solidarity in their contract negotiations this offseason, with the Atlanta Falcons running back revealing they encouraged each other through the process. "We just told each other, 'Just hang in there, everything's going to get done, everything's going to be all right,'" Robinson said of his conversations with Gibbs.

Robinson recently signed a three-year extension worth $22.25 million annually, the highest average for any running back in NFL history. He believes their parallel career arcs are beneficial, calling the "Bijan-Gibbs debate" a positive that helps both players as they compete against each other on the field. tbzikra.com