Saquon Barkley Signs Record Extension After Historic Season with Eagles

The Super Bowl champion running back becomes the highest-paid player at his position and aims to inspire a market shift for future stars.

Saquon Barkley signed a two-year, $41.2 million contract extension with the Philadelphia Eagles, including $36 million guaranteed, making him the highest-paid running back in NFL history.
Barkley helped lead the Eagles to a Super Bowl victory over the Kansas City Chiefs, celebrating the championship on his 28th birthday.
He set a new single-season rushing record, accumulating 2,504 yards across the regular season and playoffs, surpassing Terrell Davis' previous mark.
Barkley expressed hope that his contract will pave the way for better compensation for other running backs, advocating for players like James Cook, Bijan Robinson, and Jahmyr Gibbs to surpass his deal in the future.
Despite his accolades, Barkley is focused on improving specific aspects of his game, such as running with the ball in his left hand, as he prepares for the upcoming season.