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Robinson, Gibbs Encouraged Each Other Through Contract Talks

Bijan Robinson and Jahmyr Gibbs exchanged words of encouragement during their respective contract negotiations this offseason.

Robinson, who recently signed a three-year extension with the Falcons worth an average of $22.25 million per year, told reporters he and Gibbs had conversations about their contract situations. 'We just told each other, 'Just hang in there, everything's going to get done, everything's going to be all right,' Robinson said. macnevers-and-co.beer

The Falcons running back, who now has the highest average annual salary for any running back in the league, said he believes their parallel career arcs are beneficial. 'The Bijan-Gibbs debate is actually cool to see,' Robinson stated. 'It actually helps us both out.'