Saquon Barkley

The Eagles and RB Saquon Barkley have agreed to terms on a three-year, $37.75M contract.

Fantasy Impact

The deal is worth up to $47.65M and includes $26M fully guaranteed. Barkley spent six years with the Giants and will now move to the division rival in Philadelphia as the team’s RB1. The veteran running back will be a highly sought after player in 2024 fantasy drafts.

Free agent RB Saquon Barkley is expected to draw strong interest from Houston and Philadelphia.

Fantasy Impact

Barkley would fit in well with both teams, especially if free agent D’Andre Swift does not return to the Eagles. The 27-year-old tallied 962 rushing yards and six touchdowns in 14 games last season with the Giants.

Saquon Barkley will not be franchise-tagged by the Giants. He will be able to test the market as a free agent.

Fantasy Impact

Barkley’s career as a Giant is seemingly at a close. Though he struggled with injury at times, when healthy he has been one of the most talented and capable backs in football. The running back market is uncertain, but as a top talent he’s sure to garner interest from running back needy teams.

The Giants and Saquon Barkley’s representatives reportedly had a ‘good (initial) meeting’ on Wednesday at the NFL Combine

Fantasy Impact

According to Anderson, both sides remain open to a new deal. Either way, Barkley is expected to explore his options in free agency.

Giants GM Joe Schoen said that using the franchise tag on Saquon Barkley is not "off the table."

Fantasy Impact

Schoen acknowledged that he understands Barkley wants a fair deal. Adam Schefter had just reported on Monday that the Giants were unlikely to use the tag on Barkley, so this remains a situation to monitor.