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Falcons Watch: Bijan Robinson Scores 1st Career Rushing TD vs. Titans

Originally posted on FanNation Falcon Report
By Jeremy Brener | Last updated 10/29/23

Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson is no stranger to the end zone, but he's only had receiving touchdowns coming into Sunday's Week 8 contest against the Tennessee Titans.

Now, he can add a rushing touchdown to his total for the season.

Robinson ran into the end zone for a touchdown early in the fourth quarter against the Titans on Sunday.

Here's a look at the play ...

BIJAN ROBINSON’S FIRST CAREER RUSHING TOUCHDOWN pic.twitter.com/Jpo9huU6I9
— Not Bijan (@InBijanWeTrust) October 29, 2023

Last week, Robinson played only 11 snaps and saw just one carry. Atlanta knew its rookie phenom was feeling under the weather but didn't report it pregame, which violates league policy.

Falcons coach Arthur Smith said everything is transparent in 2023 and he hadn't given any thought to the league's investigation - but per The Athletic, Atlanta may receive a fine once the process concludes.

The touchdown caps off a five-play, 75-yard drive that lasted 2:20 and was headlined by a 52-yard pass from backup quarterback Taylor Heinicke to receiver KhaDarel Hodge.

Heinicke entered the game for starter Desmond Ridder in the second half after he was evaluated for a concussion. In his Falcons debut, Heinicke has 115 passing yards on 6 of 10 passing so far.

The Falcons still trail in the fourth quarter to the Titans, who have found success with rookie Will Levis and star wideout DeAndre Hopkins with three long touchdowns so far today.

However, there is still plenty of time for the Falcons to come up with a stop and pull off a comeback against the Titans.

The Titans lead 21-16 midway through the fourth quarter.

This article first appeared on FanNation Falcon Report and was syndicated with permission.

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