Former Texas Longhorns running back Bijan Robinson is on his way to the Pro Bowl. After his second year in the NFL with the Atlanta Falcons, Robinson earned his

Attending the Super Bowl is a dream for many, but a local Army veteran won’t have to worry about the steep ticket price thanks to Falcons running back Bijan Robinson.

The second-year running back will replace Philadelphia Eagles RB Saquon Barkley, who led the NFL with 2,005 rushing yards this season. The Eagles defeated the Washington Commanders on Sunday and will face the Kansas City Chiefs in the Super Bowl.

Robinson joins right guard Chris Lindstrom and special teams ace KhaDarel Hodge as the Atlanta Falcons' representatives at the Pro Bowl.

The NFL has changed its tune regarding the Pro Bowl over the last few years. Gone are the days when the NFC and AFC teams lined up for an underwhelming game of 11 on 11 the Sunday before the Super Bowl.

Robinson had a standout 2024 season, recording a career-high 1,456 rushing yards and 14 touchdowns on 304 carries.

Robinson was named to the NFC roster for the 2025 Pro Bowl Games on Monday, securing his first career Pro Bowl selection as revealed by a report by the team's senior reporter, Tori McElhaney. He will serve as a replacement for Saquon Barkley, who will not participate in the event due to the Philadelphia Eagles clinching a spot in Super Bowl LIX.