Giants Bijan Robinson Trade Pursuits Highlight 2026 Deadline Moves

Reports of a potential Giants Bijan Robinson trade surfaced after New York reportedly contacted the Atlanta Falcons before the 2026 NFL trade deadline. Seeking to bolster their roster, the NFC East-leading Giants cast a wide net for elite backfield help, which also included a withdrawn offer for Indianapolis Colts star Jonathan Taylor.

Inquiring About Bijan Robinson

According to reports, the Giants reached out to Atlanta to gauge the availability of Robinson. The Falcons ultimately held onto their star running back, who has remained a centerpiece of their offense. Through nine games this season, Robinson has rushed for an NFL-high 880 yards and five touchdowns on a career-high 5.2 yards per carry. He has also added 31 receptions for 250 receiving yards and one score.

Robinson's status as a franchise cornerstone was cemented in August when Atlanta signed him to a three-year, $66.75 million extension carrying a $22.25 million average annual value. The 2025 All-Pro and two-time Pro Bowler remains vital to a Falcons team that holds a 3-6 record but sits just a half-game out of first place in the NFC South.

The Jonathan Taylor Offer

Beyond Robinson, New York also aggressively pursued Jonathan Taylor. The Giants offered the Colts a second-round and a fifth-round draft pick for the running back before eventually taking the offer off the table.

Indianapolis opted not to trade Taylor at the deadline. However, the Colts did execute a massive sell-off of other key veterans, dealing guard Quenton Nelson, defensive tackle DeForest Buckner, and wide receivers Keenan Allen and Josh Downs. The Giants also showed interest in defensive help during the deadline window, pursuing a trade for Jeffery Simmons.

Addressing Backfield Injuries

The Giants' search for a premier running back was accelerated by recent injury setbacks. New York lost running backs Cam Skattebo and Tyrone Tracy Jr. to hamstring injuries during their Week 7 victory over the Houston Texans.

Despite missing out on Robinson and Taylor, the Giants are preparing to welcome back some reinforcements. Skattebo is expected to return for the team's Thursday night matchup against the Washington Commanders. Tracy, meanwhile, could return to action in December.

New York currently stands atop the NFC East with a 5-2-1 record and will rely on their returning backfield depth to maintain their division lead.