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Bijan's Quiet Day: Falcons RB Gets Just 9 Carries
19 Oct
Summary
- Falcons star Bijan Robinson received a season-low nine carries.
- Chicago Bears controlled possession, limiting Falcons' offensive plays.
- Robinson's limited involvement contributed to the Falcons' loss.
Atlanta Falcons' star running back Bijan Robinson experienced a season-low usage in the team's recent defeat against the Chicago Bears. The primary reason for Robinson's limited involvement was the Bears' significant control over the game's possession.
Chicago ran 73 offensive plays compared to Atlanta's 50, with the Bears holding the ball for over 40 minutes. This disparity was particularly pronounced in the first half, where the Bears possessed the ball for more than 22 of the 30 minutes, restricting the Falcons' opportunities.
Despite averaging over 10 yards per carry on his first-half touches, Robinson only received four carries before halftime. In the second half, as the Falcons attempted to catch up, they shifted to a pass-heavy offense, attempting 33 passes and leaving Robinson with no targets, although he did stay in to block.
Ultimately, Robinson finished the game with nine carries for 61 yards. This tied for the fourth-fewest carries of his career. While not his least efficient game, the lack of touches was a significant factor in the Falcons' painful loss.
