Kirk Cousins chooses Atlanta, Saquon Barkley goes to Philly on a busy first day of NFL free agency
9 months, 1 week ago

Kirk Cousins chooses Atlanta, Saquon Barkley goes to Philly on a busy first day of NFL free agency

Associated Press  

Kirk Cousins is heading to the Falcons. Barkley bolted New York for NFC East rival Philadelphia, agreeing on a three-year, $37.75 million deal with $26 million guaranteed, a person familiar with the contract told the AP. FILE - New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley runs for a touchdown against the Philadelphia Eagles during the second half of an NFL football game Monday, Dec. 25, 2023, in Philadelphia. The Philadelphia Eagles have agreed to contracts with former New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley and former New York Jets defensive end Bryce Huff, two people familiar with the deals told The Associated Press on Monday, March 11, 2024. The New York Giants have agreed to acquire edge rusher Burns from the Panthers, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press, Monday, March 11, 2024.

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Saquon Barkley sets Eagles season rushing record and has Dickerson’s NFL mark in his sights
2 weeks ago

Saquon Barkley sets Eagles season rushing record and has Dickerson’s NFL mark in his sights

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Saquon Barkley knew the Eagles season rushing record could be his on Sunday with the type of stellar performance that has become the standard during his first season in Philadelphia. As for the exact moment Barkley hit the milestone, he wasn’t sure — until the “MVP!” chants echoed throughout the Linc after a 9-yard run in the fourth …

Saquon Barkley is Philadelphia’s ‘Chosen One’ but DeVonta Smith’s return helps
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Saquon Barkley is Philadelphia’s ‘Chosen One’ but DeVonta Smith’s return helps

New York Times  

The Philadelphia Eagles offense has been mostly impervious to the injury report. THE CHOSEN ONE OUR SAVIOR No player’s availability impacts Philadelphia’s offensive success more than Barkley, the MVP frontrunner who earned his first-ever NFC Offensive Player of the Month for his obliterative November. The Eagles have an offensive success rate of 52.8 percent when Barkley’s on the field. Jalen …

Saquon Barkley on pace to set Eagles rushing record against Panthers, eyes Dickerson’s NFL record
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Saquon Barkley on pace to set Eagles rushing record against Panthers, eyes Dickerson’s NFL record

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Saquon Barkley wanted to be a student in team history before he had a chance to make some with the Eagles. Get past those two Eagles Hall of Famers and the target narrows: McCoy has a chance to break Eric Dickerson’s NFL single-season rushing mark of 2,105 yards, set in 1984. “It’s a record that has been held …

Running backs the center of attention when Barkley and Henry face off in an Eagles-Ravens tilt
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Running backs the center of attention when Barkley and Henry face off in an Eagles-Ravens tilt

Associated Press  

— Derrick Henry makes his presence felt with a stiff-arm — sometimes more than one on a single play. Henry and Barkley are leading a renaissance of sorts for featured running backs, and now the sport’s top two rushing stars go head to head when the Baltimore Ravens host the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday. “So that part of it reminds …

Saquon Barkley sets Eagles franchise record with 255 yards rushing, 2 TDs in a 37-20 win over Rams
4 weeks ago

Saquon Barkley sets Eagles franchise record with 255 yards rushing, 2 TDs in a 37-20 win over Rams

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — When Saquon Barkley glanced up at a SoFi Stadium replay of his latest huge run for the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday night, he happened to see a graphic indicating he had 173 yards rushing — only 16 shy of what he knew to be his career high. Barkley ran for scores of 70 and 72 yards in …

Saquon Barkley gives another most valuable lesson in Eagles’ rout of Rams
4 weeks ago

Saquon Barkley gives another most valuable lesson in Eagles’ rout of Rams

LA Times  

The Eagles’ Saquon Barkley runs around Rams safety Quentin Lake in the third quarter. I just kept my head down, kept trusting the system and I popped a long one.” Philadelphia’s Saquon Barkley hands the football to an Eagles fan after his first of two second-half touchdown runs. “On the first play of the second half, he made a cut …

Rams are run over as Saquon Barkley sparks an Eagles rout
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Rams are run over as Saquon Barkley sparks an Eagles rout

LA Times  

Eagles running back Saquon Barkley runs 70 yards for touchdown on the first play of the second half against the Rams. Also on hand Sunday night at SoFi Stadium were members of the St. Louis Rams’ 1999 Super Bowl championship team, including four Hall of Fame players from an offense known as “The Greatest Show on Turf.” Despite their presence, …

Sports betting: Saquon Barkley and Amon-Ra St. Brown among the favorites to score a TD this week
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Sports betting: Saquon Barkley and Amon-Ra St. Brown among the favorites to score a TD this week

Associated Press  

The favorites are still winning, but there are other betting options for NFL fans. Although he only has two touchdowns this season, he has as good a chance to find the end zone of any game this week going up against a Carolina Panthers defense that allows the most rushing touchdowns in the league going into Week 10. After scoring …

Eagles' Barkley Makes Historic Backward Leap for First Down Reception
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Eagles' Barkley Makes Historic Backward Leap for First Down Reception

Associated Press  

Eagles RB Saquon Barkley makes an incredible backward hurdle for his first-down reception against the Jacksonville Jaguars. The play has left the internet buzzing, with many calling it the best play of the season. Barkley shows incredible athleticism and agility as he leaps over the Jaguars defender and secures the catch. The play highlights Barkley's incredible ability and the importance …

Return of the veteran RB? Derrick Henry, Saquon Barkley and early glimmers of a revival
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Return of the veteran RB? Derrick Henry, Saquon Barkley and early glimmers of a revival

New York Times  

Seven games into Derrick Henry’s first season with the Baltimore Ravens, he leads NFL running backs in scrimmage yards per game. The Philadelphia Eagles’ Saquon Barkley, formerly of the New York Giants, ranks second to Henry in scrimmage yards per game by running backs. Getting what they paid for: Pricey RB upgrades The Eagles, Packers, Texans, Ravens and Vikings are …

Saquon Barkley rushes for 176 yards, Eagles’ defense thrives in win vs. Giants: Key takeaways
2 months ago

Saquon Barkley rushes for 176 yards, Eagles’ defense thrives in win vs. Giants: Key takeaways

New York Times  

By Brooks Kubena, Charlotte Carroll and Tess DeMeyer Led by Saquon Barkley’s explosive performance and a lights-out effort by the defense, the Philadelphia Eagles were firing on all cylinders in a dominant 28-3 win over the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium on Sunday. Barkley’s 55-yard run in the second quarter broke the Eagles out of yet another slow start. …

Eagles return from bye needing a win against struggling Browns
2 months, 1 week ago

Eagles return from bye needing a win against struggling Browns

Associated Press  

Cleveland at Philadelphia Sunday, 1 p.m., EDT, Fox BetMGM NFL Odds: Eagles by 8 1/2. The Buccaneers used a quick passing game to mitigate the Eagles’ pass rush, something Watson and the Browns would be smart to copy. Stats and stuff Cleveland’s offense ranks last in the NFL with 239.4 yards per game. The Browns failed to convert on 19 …

Saquon Barkley tries for another dominant effort in Eagles’ home opener against Atlanta
3 months, 1 week ago

Saquon Barkley tries for another dominant effort in Eagles’ home opener against Atlanta

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Saquon Barkley stole the show in his Philadelphia Eagles debut. “You do everything you can do to win each football game, and so once the game is in the flow, you think about how you’re going to win that game,” Sirianni said. “He’s done an excellent job, and we’ll be able to diversify it as we go,” Eagles …

Saquon Barkley proves his value with 3 TDs in Eagles’ debut, giving offense a dangerous dimension
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Saquon Barkley proves his value with 3 TDs in Eagles’ debut, giving offense a dangerous dimension

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Let LeBron James have the final say on Saquon Barkley’s three-touchdown debut for the Philadelphia Eagles. Yes, it’s only one game, but it’s easy for the Eagles to get excited about what they have in their 27-year-old running back. The Eagles have had three players lead the team in rushing each of the last three years and declined …

Buffalo Bills agree to sign offensive tackle La’el Collins to 1-year deal, agent confirms to the AP
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Buffalo Bills agree to sign offensive tackle La’el Collins to 1-year deal, agent confirms to the AP

Associated Press  

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — The Buffalo Bills have agreed to sign offensive tackle La’el Collins to a one-year contract, the player’s agent, Peter Schaffer confirmed in a text to The Associated Press on Thursday. He closed last season on the Dallas Cowboys’ practice squad in returning to the team where he spent his first seven NFL seasons. Listed at 6-foot-4 …

Analysis: Eagles, Bucs, Packers and Commanders earn highest free agency grades; Cowboys get only F
9 months, 1 week ago

Analysis: Eagles, Bucs, Packers and Commanders earn highest free agency grades; Cowboys get only F

Associated Press  

On Football analyzes the biggest topics in the NFL from week to week. BALTIMORE RAVENS: B Added four-time Pro Bowl running back Derrick Henry and re-signed defensive tackle Justin Madubuike, wide receiver Nelson Agholor and linebacker Malik Harrison. JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS: B Signed Morse, Davis, wide receiver Devin Duvernay, cornerback Ronald Darby and defensive tackle Arik Armstead. MIAMI DOLPHINS: B Signed …

Barkley jukes tampering accusations, regrets social media feud after leaving Giants for Eagles
9 months, 1 week ago

Barkley jukes tampering accusations, regrets social media feud after leaving Giants for Eagles

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — Saquon Barkley was already set this week to visit Happy Valley and catch up with his old Penn State coach, James Franklin. Franklin said ahead of Penn State’s pro day that Eagles general manager Howie Roseman spoke to Barkley and pitched him on the connection between the Eagles and Nittany Lions fan bases as just one reason to …

NFL teams scramble to catch K.C. as free agency begins -- but the Chiefs aren’t standing still
9 months, 1 week ago

NFL teams scramble to catch K.C. as free agency begins -- but the Chiefs aren’t standing still

Associated Press  

Calvin Ridley is heading to the Tennessee Titans, the highlight of the official start of free agency Wednesday when teams began reshaping their rosters in a quest to unseat the two-time defending champion Kansas City Chiefs. Also Wednesday, the Washington Commanders continued rebuilding their defense by luring six-time Pro Bowl linebacker Bobby Wagner from Seattle, and Joe Flacco is headed …

Giants set to acquire Burns, reach 3-year deals with Runyan and Singletary, AP sources say
9 months, 1 week ago

Giants set to acquire Burns, reach 3-year deals with Runyan and Singletary, AP sources say

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHEFORD, N.J. — On a day the New York Giants lost star running back Saquon Barkley in free agency, general manager Joe Schoen pulled off one of the biggest trades in franchise history. The deal will give the Giants two dynamic edge rushers with Burns and Kayvon Thibodeaux playing on opposite sides for new defensive coordinator Shane Bowen, who …

Eagles reach free-agent deals with Saquon Barkley and Bryce Huff, AP source says
9 months, 1 week ago

Eagles reach free-agent deals with Saquon Barkley and Bryce Huff, AP source says

Associated Press  

PHILADELPHIA — The Philadelphia Eagles decided Saquon Barkley was the rare running back they were willing to make a financial splash on — a move made even more rewarding by prying him away from the NFC East rival Giants. The Eagles agreed to contracts with Barkley — long the face of the New York Giants — and former New York …

Saquon Barkley will leave the New York Giants after agreeing three-year, $37.75 million contract with NFC East rivals Philadelphia Eagles
9 months, 1 week ago

Saquon Barkley will leave the New York Giants after agreeing three-year, $37.75 million contract with NFC East rivals Philadelphia Eagles

Daily Mail  

Running back Saquon Barkley has agreed to a three-year, $37.75 million deal with the Philadelphia Eagles. On Monday, Adam Schefter reported that Barkley, 27, will join his former team, The Giants' NFC East rivals. Former New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley agreed to join the Philadelphia Eagles Former Giants RB Saquon Barkley reached agreement with the Philadelphia Eagles on …

NFL free agency: Kirk Cousins, Saquon Barkley ruffle feathers
9 months, 1 week ago

NFL free agency: Kirk Cousins, Saquon Barkley ruffle feathers

LA Times  

Quarterback Kirk Cousins will be wearing his third NFL uniform next season, joining the Atlanta Falcons. The NFL’s legal-tampering period opened Monday, meaning teams and free agents could start striking deals that can be inked Wednesday at the start of the new league year. They’re going to sign quarterback Kirk Cousins, luring him away from the Minnesota Vikings for a …

Kirk Cousins, Chris Jones, Saquon Barkley are among the star players set to test NFL free agency
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Kirk Cousins, Chris Jones, Saquon Barkley are among the star players set to test NFL free agency

Associated Press  

Kirk Cousins will be a free agent for the first time since the Vikings gave him the first fully-guaranteed quarterback deal in the NFL. All-Pro defensive tackle Chris Jones heads a list that includes fellow defensive tackle Christian Wilkins, edge rushers Danielle Hunter, Chase Young and Jonathan Greenard, safeties Justin Simmons and Xavier McKinney, cornerbacks Xavien Howard and Tre’Davious White, …

Chiefs’ Andy Reid: ‘no communication’ with All-Pro defensive tackle Chris Jones amid holdout
1 year, 4 months ago

Chiefs’ Andy Reid: ‘no communication’ with All-Pro defensive tackle Chris Jones amid holdout

Associated Press  

— Chiefs coach Andy Reid said Wednesday there has been no communication with Chris Jones, one day after the All-Pro defensive tackle indicated on social media that his contract holdout could stretch well into the regular season. That’s how it works.” Jones posted a photograph of a chalkboard on social media Tuesday with the message, “If it’s out of your …

Saquon Barkley followed his heart in signing franchise tag and joining the Giants
1 year, 4 months ago

Saquon Barkley followed his heart in signing franchise tag and joining the Giants

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Star running back Saquon Barkley followed his heart in signing his franchise tag and joining the New York Giants for the start of training camp. Speaking for the first time since signing a one-year, $11 contract earlier Tuesday, Barkley said he wanted to play the game he loved, realized he had little leverage in contract talks …

Giants’ Saquon Barkley returns to the field a day after signing a 1-year deal
1 year, 4 months ago

Giants’ Saquon Barkley returns to the field a day after signing a 1-year deal

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — A day after signing an $11 million, one-year contract, Saquon Barkley was on the field as the New York Giants opened training camp. “We’re obviously thrilled to have him back,” said Jones, who benefitted from the quarterback-friendly marketplace and got a four-year, $160 million contract in March. He’s a dynamic player, and that’s certainly what we …

Saquon Barkley, Giants settle on 1-year deal worth up to $11 million, AP source says
1 year, 4 months ago

Saquon Barkley, Giants settle on 1-year deal worth up to $11 million, AP source says

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Saquon Barkley and his contract are not going to be a distraction in training camp for the New York Giants. The two-time Pro Bowl running back and the Giants surprisingly came to an agreement on a one-year, $11 million deal on Tuesday as players reported to camp and looked forward to getting back to the playoffs …

Giants and running back Saquon Barkley fail to reach contract extension
1 year, 5 months ago

Giants and running back Saquon Barkley fail to reach contract extension

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Saquon Barkley and the New York Giants failed to reach an agreement on a long-term contract extension by Monday’s deadline for franchised players, leaving the star running back with the option of playing for the tag-mandated $10.1 million salary or maybe taking the season off. The $10.1 million salary will leave Barkley among the NFL’s highest-paid …

Saquon Barkley’s contract and 5 other takeaways from Giants minicamp
1 year, 6 months ago

Saquon Barkley’s contract and 5 other takeaways from Giants minicamp

New York Times  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Saquon Barkley did not attend the Giants’ mandatory minicamp, as he has not yet signed the franchise tag so he couldn’t be at the facility. Asked about Saquon Barkley and says they’ll keep “family business inside” but says there’s love there pic.twitter.com/w06yTtzO9d — Charlotte Carroll June 13, 2023 The two parties have until July 17 to …

Browns finalize trade for edge rusher Za’Darius Smith, exclamation point for defensive overhaul
1 year, 7 months ago

Browns finalize trade for edge rusher Za’Darius Smith, exclamation point for defensive overhaul

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — Za’Darius Smith has put a new edge on Cleveland’s offseason defensive makeover. Smith’s arrival, in a deal that seemed to come out of nowhere, provides an exclamation point to the Browns’ defensive line overhaul the past few months. Through free agency, the draft and in trading for Smith, one of five players to get 10 sacks in three …

Saquon Barkley playing hard to get with Giants, holding out for long-term deal
1 year, 8 months ago

Saquon Barkley playing hard to get with Giants, holding out for long-term deal

Hindustan Times  

Saquon Barkley, the running back for the New York Giants, has reportedly refused to sign his one-year franchise tender while holding out for a long-term deal. According to ESPN, Barkley is seeking a contract worth around $14 million per season, rejecting an offer of $12 million per season from the Giants in November. New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley …

AP source: Raiders, Jakobi Meyers agree on 3-year deal
1 year, 9 months ago

AP source: Raiders, Jakobi Meyers agree on 3-year deal

Associated Press  

— The Las Vegas Raiders and wide receiver Jakobi Meyers have agreed on a $33 million, three-year deal, a person familiar with the contract told The Associated Press. Meyers joins wide receivers Davante Adams and Hunter Renfrow to give new quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo another formidable option. Despite acknowledging in January after the Patriots’ season ended that he’d been playing hurt …

AP sources: Eagles keep James Bradberry, add Rashaad Penny
1 year, 9 months ago

AP sources: Eagles keep James Bradberry, add Rashaad Penny

Associated Press  

James Bradberry is returning to the Philadelphia Eagles. Earlier Tuesday, the Eagles and running back Rashaad Penny agreed on a contract, a person familiar with the deal told the AP. He helped the Eagles reach the Super Bowl but his holding penalty on Kansas City’s JuJu Smith-Schuster late in the fourth quarter set up the go-ahead field goal in Philadelphia’s …

Giants signed Jones, franchised Barkley, have money to spare
1 year, 9 months ago

Giants signed Jones, franchised Barkley, have money to spare

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — With 30 minutes before the NFL’s deadline to franchise a player, general manager Joe Schoen wasn’t sure whether the New York Giants would be able to finalize a long-term deal for quarterback Daniel Jones. Schoen said Wednesday that multiple emails had been set up to let the league know by 4 p.m. whether the Giants were …

Giants give QB Jones 4-year, $160M deal, tag Barkley
1 year, 9 months ago

Giants give QB Jones 4-year, $160M deal, tag Barkley

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — After days of intense, down-to-the wire negotiations, the New York Giants agreed to a four-year contract with quarterback Daniel Jones on Tuesday and put a franchise tag on running back Saquon Barkley. With Jones under contract, the Giants used their franchise tag on running back Saquon Barkley. Signing Jones allowed the Giants to tag Barkley, who …

Giants extend QB Daniel Jones: Why the new deal raises the stakes for all involved
1 year, 9 months ago

Giants extend QB Daniel Jones: Why the new deal raises the stakes for all involved

New York Times  

A year ago, Giants general manager Joe Schoen and coach Brian Daboll didn’t want to make a one-year commitment worth $22.4 million to quarterback Daniel Jones. One of the new regime’s first major decisions was declining Jones’ $22.4 million fifth-year option for the 2023 season. There were enough questions from Jones’ first three seasons — turnovers, injuries, losses — to …

NFL Rewind: Saquon Barkley rediscovers his game, Jalen Ramsey stays remarkable
2 years, 2 months ago

NFL Rewind: Saquon Barkley rediscovers his game, Jalen Ramsey stays remarkable

New York Times  

The NFL is still as fun to watch as ever. Jalen Ramsey’s next-level game Issues up front in Indianapolis Rookie receiver radiance A little “Sauce” for the Jets’ defense The Cardinals’ new option An underrated defensive stopper The Saquon Barkley Redemption Tour There’s a familiar name near the top of this season’s rushing leaders: Saquon Barkley, who now sits second …

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