Bijan Robinson corrects pronunciation: it's “Bih‑ZHON,” not “Bee‑ZHON”

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Cecil Merkerson III
Bijan Robinson corrects pronunciation: it's “Bih‑ZHON,” not “Bee‑ZHON” image

It turns out we’ve probably been saying it wrong all this time.

As training camp ramps up, Falcons star Bijan Robinson stepped in front of the mic to put the pronunciation debate to rest. Hiis name is pronounced “Bih‑ZHON,” not the common “Bee‑ZHON” that’s been commonly said for years.

During a segment on NFL Network’s Back Together Weekend, Robinson clarified:

“I know a lot of people say BEE‑zhon, but it's Bih‑ZHON.”

A conversation that has been all over Reddit threads to NFL comment sections has been cleared up and we now have a concrete answer.

When you're on track to become one of the NFL’s premier running backs, even small details matter.

After rushing for 1,456 yards and 14 touchdowns in 2024 and claiming Pro Bowl honors, Robinson’s star power demands respect and if this interview is an indication that he will be making his presence known again this season just how you pronounce his name.

The name pronunciation might be a small error but his play on the field is anything but.

Bijan Robinson has earned superstar status. Now it’s time for everyone else to learn the pronunciation.

Get it right or you will be hearing from his mother otherwise.