Former Falcons DT Grady Jarrett on Stopping Bijan Robinson, Gervon Dexter's Extension

Sports Illustrated - Atlanta Falcons
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Oct 18, 2026
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What's the defensive lineman need to know about Bijan?
That it's going to take everybody doing what we need to do
and attacking the line of scrimmage, not playing passively,
not playing selfishly, and it takes a whole unit to attempt
to slow down a special player like Bijan,
God-given ability to see, to burst,
to separate, to contact balance.
I mean, this is a really, really special player, special person,
and he knows he's the bloodline of that organization.
So we've got a heck of a challenge ahead of us.
I talked to Javon when he signed his extension.
I was super happy for him, happy for his family.
Loved my time here with him and excited for him.
Another young player that's just going to continue to get better.
Got a fresh start in Atlanta, so I couldn't be happier for him.
I know those people down there
are great people, so I'm excited for him.
But as far as talking every day,
we both get ready for an opponent every week.
So we ain't breaking bread talking every day.
But I definitely, like I said, love him as a man, as a former teammate,
and for his future.
I'm excited for him, and he's doing what he's doing.
He looks like he's having fun doing his thing.
Personally, I'm happy for him.
