Giants Inquired About Falcons RB Bijan Robinson Before Trade Deadline

Multiple sources told ESPN the New York Giants contacted the Atlanta Falcons to inquire about star running back Bijan Robinson before the NFL trade deadline.

The New York Giants contacted the Atlanta Falcons to inquire about star running back Bijan Robinson prior to the NFL trade deadline, multiple sources told ESPN. Robinson currently ranks second in the NFL with 1,130 yards from scrimmage and is the league's leading rusher. While the Giants did not ultimately make a move before the deadline, the inquiry followed a series of attempts by head coach John Harbaugh to upgrade the backfield for a team that currently ranks 17th in rushing with 112.1 yards per game.

New York’s pursuit of a high-level runner included a formal trade offer to the Indianapolis Colts for Jonathan Taylor, consisting of a second-round draft pick, a future fifth-rounder, and an undisclosed player. The Giants eventually withdrew that proposal after the Colts sought significantly more compensation. Additionally, the front office contacted the Tennessee Titans regarding Tony Pollard and the Baltimore Ravens about Justice Hill. During free agency, the team looked into Kenneth Walker III and showed interest in Jeremiyah Love at the top of the most recent draft.

The Giants currently lead the NFC East with a 5-2-1 record but average 3.9 yards per carry. Cam Skattebo serves as the primary back and leads the roster with 418 rushing yards. Skattebo is expected to return for Thursday's game against the Washington Commanders after a one-game absence due to a hamstring injury. Tyrone Tracy Jr., who has also played a significant role this season, is currently on injured reserve with a hamstring ailment of his own.