In a homecoming performance for the ages, Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson eclipsed 2,000 yards from scrimmage for the season, powering his team to a hard-fought 26-19 comeback victory over the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday at State Farm Stadium.

The third-year star from Tucson finished with 168 all-purpose yards — 76 rushing on 16 carries and 92 receiving on seven catches — including a pivotal 13-yard touchdown reception that sparked Atlanta’s rally from a 10-point deficit.

Robinson Has Big Game Vs. Arizona

Robinson’s milestone makes him just the third player in Falcons history to reach 2,000 scrimmage yards in a single season, joining William Andrews (1981 and 1983) and Jamal Anderson (1998).

“This is so special,” Robinson said postgame, surrounded by roughly 200 family and friends in attendance. “Playing back home and hitting that mark — it’s a blessing.”

Quarterback Kirk Cousins threw for two touchdowns — one to Robinson and another to tight end Kyle Pitts — while adding a 1-yard rushing score of his own.

Cousins finished with 197 passing yards and one interception, efficiently guiding the offense in a game where the Falcons converted a season-high 50% on third downs.

The Falcons (now 6-9) trailed 13-3 early in the second quarter before Robinson took over.

On a crucial three-play drive, he hauled in a 41-yard pass, rushed for 11 yards, and capped it with his touchdown catch to pull Atlanta within 13-10

Later, a 29-yard run by Robinson set up another scoring opportunity, helping Atlanta tie the game at 16-16 heading into halftime despite a blocked extra point.

Cousins’ sneak in the fourth quarter extended the lead, and cornerback C.J. Henderson — elevated from the practice squad just a day earlier — sealed the win with a late interception of Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett.

For Arizona (3-12), suffering their seventh straight loss, Brissett threw a touchdown to wide receiver Michael Wilson but couldn’t overcome missed field goals and a blown early lead. The Cardinals’ struggles continued despite efforts from tight end Elijah Higgins and a strong ground game.

Robinson now sits at 2,026 scrimmage yards (1,250 rushing, 776 receiving), leading the NFL and putting him in striking distance of Andrews’ franchise record of 2,176 set in 1983.

With two games remaining, the dynamic back has cemented himself as the cornerstone of Atlanta’s offense.

“I’ve been calling him the best player in football all year,” head coach Raheem Morris said. “He’s phenomenal.”

The Falcons return home for a Monday night matchup against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 17, looking to build momentum in a disappointing season salvaged by Robinson’s brilliance.

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