Ravens' Derrick Henry: Bijan Robinson is 'the best in the game right now'

Derrick Henry didn't need to hear the rest of the question about Bijan Robinson before delivering his answer.

The respect carries real weight given what Sunday night's game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium features: Henry, the powerful veteran engine of Baltimore's attack, and Robinson, the do-it-all back carrying an Atlanta offense that has the Falcons jockeying atop the NFC. It is a showcase of arguably the two best running backs in the league on the same field, with Henry ceding the top spot to Robinson without hesitation.

Henry, who has spent his career punishing defenses between the tackles, praised Robinson's all-around game and his ability to create when a play breaks down. The two have chatted a bit on social media and figure to trade words after Sunday night's game as well, Henry said.

The matchup also carries stakes for Baltimore, which remains uncertain about quarterback Lamar Jackson's availability for the game while he deals with an ankle injury. An emphasis on leaning on the running game would only heighten the Henry-versus-Robinson storyline.

Henry told reporters, via ESPN's Jamison Hensley, that Robinson is "the best in the game right now — he's doing it all" and that he won't shy away from that assessment.