NFL Insider Points Out the Giants’ Costly Mistake as Saquon Barkley Gets $41.2 Million ‘Reward’ from the Eagles

Saquon Barkleys first year with the Philadelphia Eagles followed the script of a fairy tale.

The 27-year-old running back posted the NFLs ninth-ever 2,000-yard rushing campaign in regular season play.

He then ran for 499 more yards in the playoffs en route to Phillys Super Bowl title.Barkleys old team, the New York Giants, could only watch as their former franchise player ascended to new heights with their division rival.

And, in the process, they floundered to a league-worst 3-14 record.

Based on strength of schedule, theyre picking third in the 2025 NFL Draft.Meanwhile, New Yorks loss was undoubtedly Philadelphias gain.

The Eagles were so thankful for Barkleys contributions toward their championship that they gave him a two-year, $41.2 million contract extension on Tuesday.On NFL Networks The Insiders, Judy Battista stated the move was made to further boost the organizations and Barkleys morale.

In addition, the insider gave a reality check to the Giants, by underlining that Barkley came to the Eagles at a number, he wasnt thrilled with, referring to his previous deal with the New York franchise.It rewarded Saquon Barkley for his extraordinary season...

it sends quite a signal to that locker room.

And it really sends quite a signal to Saquon Barkley about how very important he is...

dont forget, he came in there at a number he wasnt thrilled with.

He took the offer that was there...

now, [the Eagles are] giving him more to show their appreciation, Battista explained.Notably, the New York Giants drafted Barkley with the No.2 overall pick in the 2018 NFL Draft.

Later, they signed him to a four-year, $31.2 million rookie contract.

It was an underpaid deal, considering the market standards in that particular year.In addition, the Giants placed the non-exclusive franchise tag for a salary of $10.1 million, including a $2 million signing bonus back in 2023.

But their interest to keep Barkley took a backseat in the 2024 offseason.

This was because they already invested on QBs like Daniel Jones, who ironically, is not a part of the franchise right now.Meanwhile, Barkleys contract news became a major talking point on social media.

Right tackle Lane Johnson and Barkley himself celebrated with their priceless reactions.Well-deserved @saquon https://t.co/yLchLBmcQs Lane Johnson (@LaneJohnson65) March 4, 2025Overflow! Grateful for the Eagles Organization , grateful for my team, grateful for the amazing fans in Philly.

Fly Eagles Fly @EdwardMBerry pic.twitter.com/q2u4gr9IX2 Saquon Barkley (@saquon) March 4, 2025Barkley is the first running back in NFL history to earn a $20 million per-year contract.

How hell follow up his record-setting Philly debut is a mystery.

But the Eagles, unlike the Giants, werent afraid of making the financial commitment necessary to keep him happy.As a result, the Philly team will reap the rewards Barkley provides through at least the 2028-29 season.The post NFL Insider Points Out the Giants Costly Mistake as Saquon Barkley Gets $41.2 Million Reward from the Eagles appeared first on The SportsRush..

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