In a season that has seen more struggles than successes for the Atlanta Falcons, two standout performers have brought some much-needed positive news to the locker room and the fanbase.
Running back Bijan Robinson and right guard Chris Lindstrom have been officially selected to the 2026 Pro Bowl Games, the NFL announced today.
Falcons Make 2026 Pro Bowl
The honors highlight the elite-level play from two of the team’s cornerstone talents, even as the Falcons sit at 6-9 and out of playoff contention with two games remaining in the 2025 regular season.
Robinson, the dynamic third-year back out of Texas, earned his second consecutive Pro Bowl nod with a historic campaign.
He currently leads the NFL in yards from scrimmage with over 2,000, including 1,250 rushing yards on 250 carries (averaging a solid 5.0 yards per carry) and 71 receptions for 776 yards.
Just this past Sunday in a 26-19 road win over the Arizona Cardinals, Robinson surpassed the 2,000-yard mark from scrimmage, becoming only the third player in franchise history to achieve the feat — joining legends Jamal Anderson (1998) and William Andrews (1981 and 1983).
“Bijan has been the real deal all year,” said Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins. “When you put up 2,000 yards from scrimmage, you’re in elite company. He’s the heartbeat of this offense.”
Lindstrom, meanwhile, continues to anchor the right side of the Falcons’ offensive line with his trademark consistency and dominance
The veteran earned his fourth straight Pro Bowl selection, starting all 15 games this season and posting top-tier Pro Football Focus (PFF) grades in both pass protection and run blocking.
His stellar play has been instrumental in opening lanes for Robinson’s explosive ground game, while allowing just one sack in pass protection — a testament to his elite technique and toughness.
As a first-round pick in 2019, Lindstrom has established himself as one of the league’s premier guards, and this latest honor solidifies his status as a perennial All-Pro caliber player.
While the Falcons’ overall record has been disappointing, with the team eliminated from postseason contention earlier this month, the selections of Robinson and Lindstrom provide bright spots and reasons for optimism heading into the offseason. Tight end Kyle Pitts was named an alternate for the tight end position, amid some fan discussion about other potential snubs across the roster.
The 2026 Pro Bowl Games are set to take place in early February, offering fans a chance to see these two Falcons stars showcase their skills on a national stage.
For Robinson and Lindstrom, the Pro Bowl nods are well-deserved recognition of individual excellence in what has otherwise been a challenging year for Atlanta. As the team looks to build momentum in the final two games — including a Monday Night Football matchup against the Los Angeles Rams — these honors serve as a reminder of the talent already in place for future success.
