What should Bijan Robinson and Tyler Allgier’s backfield nickname be?

The duo needs a name befitting their excellence.

The trade deadline is next week; the Atlanta Falcons sit at 4-0 in the division and look set up to make a push for the playoffs and favorable seeding. There’s one obvious question on everyone’s mind: what cool nickname should we bestow on the backfield of Bijan Robinson and Tyler Allgeier?

The duo have been working shopping (a term Bijan picked up at Juilliard) potential nicknames but haven’t been able to land on a single one. The Falcons social team hasn’t put anything of note out there, either. I agree with the pair that thunder and lightning is stale and out-of-date. This duo deserves something fresh, and it will be up to YOU to deliver. Your running backs are counting on it.

I’ve come up with some names and will provide a few others that fans have put forth. Nicknames only hold power once they have complete buy-in from the population, so remember to use this power wisely. As Spider-Man’s Uncle Ben once said, “ow, I’ve been shot.” Now, let’s get the ball rolling.

Dine and Dash – @TheActuallCC, Twitter

Starting the list off strong, Dine and Dash has real staying power. A good nickname highlights individuals’ qualities and plays broadly. This one nails those requirements.

Dijon and Wasabi – Tre’Shon

Bijan has his own line of Dijon mustard, and while ‘mustard and ketchup’ has been a popular nickname floated, ketchup doesn’t capture the essence of Allgeier. Wasabi is a relentless punch to the tastebuds and gets more intense with every bite.

T-Bone and Razor – @Mince284, Twitter

Nostalgia kicked in hard when I saw this one. Swat Kats is severely underrated, and so is this backfield. I’m not sure how this name plays with Generation Z, but maybe the youth just needs some formal education to come around.

Lemon Pepper – Tre’Shon

The flavor synonymous with Atlanta would be an excellent fit for the backfield. Bijan provides that sour tang, and Allgeier delivers that pepper punch. Rich McKay is already seeing dollar signs thinking about those associated merch sales.

Shake and Break – @MylerTortier, Twitter

A twist on an overplayed classic. Bijan shakes ‘em up, and Allgeier breaks ‘em down. This wouldn’t be my top pick, but it’s much better than sticking the duo with another cliche tagline.

25/7 – Tre’Shon

As a play on 24/7, there aren’t enough hours in the week to prepare or recover from playing this tandem. I like its simplicity, but you don’t want to have to explain a nickname, which could be its weakness.

Night Hawk and Dragon – @alexb69420, Twitter

You don’t get to choose your stepbrother—just ask Brennan Huff and Dale Doback. At one point, some wondered if the duo could find harmony, but now they’re two peas in a pod trying to come up with nicknames and steal Arthur Blank’s power tools.

Ying Yang Twins – Tre’Shon

Everyone always wants to go with Outkast, but the princes of Crunk deserve some respect. The duo known for club bangers and getting their listeners hot and bothered perfectly encapsulates the effect of watching Robinson and Allgeier run over defenses.

Assault and Battery – @tdamtew, Twitter

I’ll admit that it is not the most family-friendly nickname, but let’s not act as if you don’t have nicknames for your friends that you wouldn’t dare utter in front of your mother. It’s about the fit and intent, and this duo has committed crimes against defenders this season.

Baby Oil and Bowling Ball – Aaron Freemen @lockedonfalcons, Twitter

Call me Tre’Shon O’Leary because I am out. While I respect the initiative to take baby oil from the dark side, this campaign is kicking off a bit too soon.

Ty-Bi Island – @THEfarinelli

This one is top-tier, and the simplest nicknames are often the best. No notes.

Gotenks – Tre’Shon

This is my top pick for the backfield. Gotenks embodies the duo so well, and the fact that he’s a fusion drives home the importance of both players. Off the field, these runners are pillars in the community and two of the most likable guys on the team. The attitude shifts when they’re on it, and the pair goes all out, pulling out new moves and doing whatever it takes to embarrass the defense on their way to the endzone. Allgeier is a big anime buff, so he might be able to convince Bijan that this is the one.

There are plenty of nickname options for the duo that haven’t been played out. Like I said before, nicknames are powerful and shouldn’t be given lightly. What nickname speaks to you? Is there an even better one not listed here? Whatever you decide, ensure you can rally your tribe so the running backs hear your cries. We only get to name them once, and who knows how long we’ll have them as a pair.