Saquon Barkley is a professional American football running back currently playing for the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFL. He previously starred at Penn State University, where he established numerous school records during his three seasons with the Nittany Lions. He opted to forgo his senior year to enter the NFL. He is known for his impressive offensive skills and athletic abilities.
Saquon Barkley is reportedly dealing with general soreness and a knee injury, but he is still expected to play in the upcoming game against the Eagles. His status is being monitored, but all signs point to him suiting up. Barkley is a significant player for the Giants.
In 1970, John Fuqua was the last player before Saquon Barkley to rush for two 50-plus yard touchdowns against the Philadelphia Eagles in a single season.
In 1980, Matt Millen began his NFL career, playing for the Oakland and Los Angeles Raiders.
In 1991, Matt Millen's NFL career ended after playing for the San Francisco 49ers and the Washington Redskins.
In 1995, Ki-Jana Carter of Penn State was the last running back before Saquon Barkley to be considered for the first overall pick in the NFL draft.
On February 9, 1997, Saquon Rasul Quevis Barkley was born.
In 2001, Saquon Barkley's family moved to Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, in the Lehigh Valley to find a safer environment.
In 2003, Dan Koppen began his NFL career with the New England Patriots.
In 2004, Terrell Owens also scored three touchdowns in his debut with the Philadelphia Eagles, a feat that Saquon Barkley matched in his debut on September 6, 2024.
In 2005, Saquon Barkley's family moved to Coplay, Pennsylvania, continuing their search for a suitable suburban environment.
In 2006, Reggie Bush was the highest drafted running back, a milestone that Saquon Barkley aimed to surpass leading up to the 2018 NFL draft.
In 2013, Dan Koppen's NFL career ended after playing with the Denver Broncos.
In 2013, LeSean McCoy set the Eagles' single-season rushing yards record, which Barkley later broke.
In 2014, Saquon Barkley was a co-winner of the Mr. Pennsylvania Football award for the state's top player in divisions AAA/AAAA.
On October 17, 2015, Saquon Barkley rushed for 194 yards on 26 carries in his first game back from injury against top-ranked Ohio State.
In 2015, Saquon Barkley earned immediate playing time as a true freshman at Penn State, rushing for 115 yards and a touchdown in his second game against Buffalo.
In 2015, as a senior, Saquon Barkley won Eastern Pennsylvania Conference gold medals in the 100-meter dash (11.15 seconds) and the long jump (22 ft 2.5 in) and set a Whitehall High School record with a time of 10.90 seconds in the 100-meter dash.
On November 1, 2016, Saquon Barkley was named a semi-finalist for the Maxwell Award, recognizing the best all-around collegiate football player.
On December 3, 2016, Saquon Barkley helped Penn State win the 2016 Big Ten Championship Game against Wisconsin, contributing a rushing and receiving touchdown.
In 2016, Saquon Barkley, in his sophomore year at Penn State, rushed for 105 yards and a touchdown in a win over Kent State and scored five touchdowns in a game against Pitt, showcasing his crucial role in the team's performance.
In 2017, Saquon Barkley finished fourth in Heisman Trophy voting, third in Maxwell Award voting, and received multiple national and Big Ten Conference awards and set Penn State records for all-purpose career yards, career rushing touchdowns, career receiving yards by a running back, rushing yards by a freshman and sophomore, and total yards in a single game.
In 2017, Saquon Barkley set a school record for most all-purpose yards in a single game during Penn State's Big Ten opener against Iowa, leading to him being named Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week for the second time.
In 2017, for his performance in the first game of the season against Akron, Saquon Barkley was named co-Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week.
In the 2017 Rose Bowl on January 2, Saquon Barkley rushed for 194 yards and scored three touchdowns, including a 79-yard run, despite Penn State losing the game.
On December 31, 2017, Saquon Barkley announced his intention to forgo his senior year at Penn State and enter the 2018 NFL draft following Penn State's Fiesta Bowl victory.
In February 2018, leading up to the NFL Combine, Saquon Barkley's draft stock rose significantly, with some mock drafts projecting him as high as the second overall selection.
On July 22, 2018, Saquon Barkley signed a four-year rookie contract with the New York Giants, worth $31.2 million fully guaranteed.
In 2018, Saquon Barkley declared his intention to forgo his senior year at Penn State and enter the 2018 NFL draft.
In 2018, Saquon Barkley was a featured athlete in the 10th Edition of ESPN The Magazine's The Body Issue.
In 2018, Saquon Barkley was selected second overall by the New York Giants in the NFL draft, setting records and making the Pro Bowl, ultimately named the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year.
In 2018, the Pennsylvania General Assembly voted to make March 14 a state holiday known as "Saquon Barkley Day". Barkley and his family participated in a parade through Coplay, Pennsylvania.
In 2019, Saquon Barkley was elected to the 2019 Pro Bowl after a stellar rookie season, also helping the NFC win the Skills Showdown.
In 2019, Saquon Barkley was ranked No. 16 on the NFL's Top 100 players and was chosen by his teammates as one of seven team captains for the 2019 season.
On September 22, 2020, Saquon Barkley was placed on injured reserve following a knee injury diagnosed as a torn anterior cruciate ligament.
In 2020, Saquon Barkley finished his sophomore season as the only running back in Giants' history to have 1,000 rushing yards in his first two seasons. He was also ranked 31st by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2020.
In the 2020 season, Saquon Barkley faced injuries that impacted his performance.
On April 28, 2021, the Giants exercised the fifth-year option on Saquon Barkley's contract, guaranteeing him $7.217 million for the 2022 season.
On September 10, 2021, Whitehall High School retired Saquon Barkley's jersey number (#21) to honor his achievements.
On November 3, 2021, the Giants announced that Saquon Barkley was placed in the NFL's COVID-19 protocol.
In 2022, Saquon Barkley had a successful season with 295 carries for 1,312 rushing yards, ten rushing touchdowns, 57 receptions for 338 receiving yards, and was named to the Pro Bowl. He finished fourth in the NFL and first in the NFC in rushing yards.
In 2022, Saquon Barkley played under a contract that guaranteed him $7.217 million.
In 2022, Saquon Barkley was named to the Pro Bowl again, marking a significant achievement in his NFL career.
On March 7, 2023, the Giants placed the non-exclusive franchise tag on Saquon Barkley. He later signed the franchise tag after adjustments.
In 2023, Saquon Barkley became a free agent and signed a three-year deal with the Philadelphia Eagles, establishing franchise records and contributing significantly to the team's success.
In 2023, Saquon Barkley concluded the season with 247 carries for 962 rushing yards and six rushing touchdowns, along with 41 receptions for 280 receiving yards and four receiving touchdowns, across 14 games and starts.
In 2023, Saquon Barkley was ranked 31st by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players list.
On March 13, 2024, Saquon Barkley signed a three-year, $37.75 million deal with the Philadelphia Eagles, with $26 million guaranteed. Barkley expressed dissatisfaction with negotiations with the Giants.
On September 6, 2024, Saquon Barkley made his debut with the Eagles, rushing for 109 yards with two rushing touchdowns and a receiving touchdown in a victory over the Green Bay Packers. He was named NFC Offensive Player of the Week.
On February 2, 2025, Saquon Barkley announced his engagement to Anna Congdon. The couple have two children and reside in Malvern, Pennsylvania. Saquon is a Christian.
On March 4, 2025, Saquon Barkley signed a two-year, $41.2 million contract extension with the Eagles, including $36 million guaranteed. The contract made him the highest-paid running back in NFL history based on average salary.
In June 2025, Saquon Barkley was revealed as the cover athlete for Madden 26, marking him as the second Eagle to grace the cover after Donovan McNabb.
In August 2025, Saquon Barkley declined an invitation to join President Donald Trump's Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition.
In 2025, Saquon Barkley and the Eagles won Super Bowl LIX. Barkley set NFL records for most rushing yards (2,504) and scrimmage yards (2,857) in a full season, surpassing Terrell Davis. He was ranked the best player in the NFL by his peers on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2025.
In 2025, Saquon Barkley starred in a Super Bowl commercial for the financial technology company Ramp, where he is also an investor.
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