Bijan Robinson Torches Saints With Two First-Quarter TDs on MNF

Bijan Robinson delivered a huge first half against the Saints on Monday night, piling up 103 rushing yards and two touchdowns on just 12 carries before the break. Atlanta rode his early explosion to a 24-7 halftime lead in New Orleans.

What happened

Robinson broke a 59-yard touchdown run on the third play from scrimmage, immediately silencing the crowd as the Saints celebrated their “Domecoming” event. He later added a second rushing score, giving him two touchdowns in the first quarter alone.

Through the first half, Robinson had 12 carries for 103 yards and those two scores. The Falcons scored on four of their seven first-half possessions and outgained the Saints 255 to 147 yards.

Context

Robinson entered the game as Atlanta’s clear RB1 and has been heavily involved through the first three weeks of the 2026 season. He had 66 carries for 349 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns in three games, plus 13 receptions for 118 yards, and has played at least 51% of snaps in every game this season.

The Falcons’ offense also got contributions from Brian Robinson, who scored on a 4-yard run and had nine carries for 35 yards in the first half. Quarterback Michael Penix was efficient, completing 10 of 15 passes for 125 yards, with Drake London catching four passes for 82 yards.

The Saints struggled to run the ball, managing just 15 rushing yards on seven carries in the first half. Quarterback Tyler Shough completed 12 of 19 passes for 139 yards, with Chris Olave catching three for 62. Alvin Kamara scored New Orleans’ only touchdown on a 3-yard run.

What’s next

The Falcons hold a comfortable 24-7 lead at halftime, and Robinson’s heavy involvement suggests he will remain a centerpiece of the offense in the second half. Atlanta will look to close out the win as the game resumes.