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Nick Chubb's injury underscores running backs' pleas for bigger contracts and teams' fears

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Nick Chubb’s injury underscores why running backs want better contracts and why NFL teams are reluctant to pay them. Running backs have been arguing for bigger contracts and more guaranteed money in recent years because they’re underpaid in comparison to their peers. It’s tough.” Last Monday, the NFL filed a grievance against the NFLPA, alleging that union leaders, including President JC Tretter, have advised running backs to “consider feigning or exaggerating injuries” to help increase their leverage in contract negotiations. Many clubs aren’t willing to invest big money on running backs because late-round picks and undrafted free agents have had plenty of success.

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3 weeks, 4 days ago

Saquon Barkley set to be highest-paid running back in NFL history after new extension with Philadelphia Eagles, per reports

CNN

CNN — The Philadelphia Eagles have reportedly made Saquon Barkley the NFL’s highest-paid running back in history, according to multiple media outlets. Barkley, who helped guide the Eagles to Super Bowl glory last month, has agreed to a two-year contract extension worth $41.2 million which makes him the first $20M-plus per year running back in NFL history, according to ESPN’s …

3 weeks, 4 days ago

Saquon Barkley's Eagles contract makes history: Who are highest paid RBs in NFL? - Full list

Hindustan Times

The Philadelphia Eagles have signed running back Saquon Barkley to a two-year extension worth $41.2 million, with $36 million guaranteed, making him the highest-paid running back in NFL history, ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter reported, citing sources. Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley celebrates with the Vince Lombardi Trophy after the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Kansas …

5 months, 1 week ago

Nick Chubb scores TD for Browns in return after serious knee injury ended his 2023 season

Associated Press

CLEVELAND — Nick Chubb made it all the way back — like he promised. Cleveland’s star running back, whose 2023 season ended with a knee injury in Week 2, returned to the field Sunday against the Cincinnati Bengals, providing a lift for Browns fans and a team needing a spark. But I’m glad he got in the end zone.” Chubb …

1 year ago

A glimpse at Najee Harris’ future? RBs’ busy start to free agency bodes well

New York Times

As the floodgates opened on free agency Monday, Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris enjoyed the luxury of sitting back and watching it all unfold. “The only time they choose to say it’s devalued is when it’s time to pay the running back,” Harris said during training camp at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, Pa., last summer. GO DEEPER NFL …

1 year ago

Derrick Henry and Saquon Barkley among veterans eager to see how the NFL values running backs

The Independent

1 year ago

What will Howie Roseman, Eagles do with a $30 million salary-cap increase?

New York Times

INDIANAPOLIS — Howie Roseman, like every general manager, celebrated what might as well have been called the “Salary Cap Sweepstakes.” On the Friday before the Philadelphia Eagles left for the NFL Scouting Combine, the league announced it was fully repaying teams the money it borrowed during the coronavirus pandemic. Roseman said Tuesday that the Eagles “never want to see them …

1 year, 2 months ago

The 4 teams left in the NFL playoffs aren’t afraid to invest at less-coveted positions

Associated Press

In a season full of satisfying moments for Detroit Lions fans, an amusing one occurred in mid-December, when coach Dan Campbell had a chance to gloat a bit about the team’s most recent draft. “Took a lot of criticism for those two picks, but they look like they’re OK, so I’m glad we got them.” The criticism the Lions received …

1 year, 6 months ago

Nick Chubb’s injury underscores running backs’ pleas for bigger contracts and teams’ fears

Associated Press

Nick Chubb’s injury underscores why running backs want better contracts and why NFL teams are reluctant to pay them. Running backs have been arguing for bigger contracts and more guaranteed money in recent years because they’re underpaid in comparison to their peers. It’s tough.” Last Monday, the NFL filed a grievance against the NFLPA, alleging that union leaders, including President …

1 year, 6 months ago

Browns star Nick Chubb to undergo surgery on season-ending knee injury; Kareem Hunt in for visit

Associated Press

CLEVELAND — Nick Chubb’s gruesome left knee injury will require surgery, a devastating blow for the Cleveland Browns star running back who will have to go through another arduous rehabilitation to continue playing. I have no doubt.” As Cleveland tries to regroup after losing Chubb, the team brought in former Brown Kareem Hunt for a visit and workout Tuesday. “We …

1 year, 6 months ago

Nick Chubb suffers another severe knee injury, likely ending the Browns star running back’s season

Associated Press

PITTSBURGH — Nick Chubb has spent the better part of a decade as the heart and soul of the Cleveland Browns. His sixth season in the NFL ended on the second play of the second quarter when Steelers safety Minkah Fitzpatrick came in low for a tackle at the end of a 5-yard run early in the second quarter and …

1 year, 8 months ago

Analysis: Running backs contract squabbles could lead to locker room dissension

Associated Press

Saquon Barkley worked out his contract squabble with the New York Giants and showed up for training camp. NFL teams have devalued running backs to the point where Bell’s franchise total just five years ago was significantly higher at $14.5 million. But I am mature enough to understand that it’s a business and understand that deals don’t get done every …

1 year, 8 months ago

Browns’ Nick Chubb among several star running backs to discuss devalued position on Zoom call

Associated Press

WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W.Va. — Nick Chubb established himself long ago as a special player, a stunning mix of speed, power and precision. With a trend of NFL teams devaluing their position, Chubb and a few fellow star running backs Saquon Barkley, Derrick Henry and Christian McCaffrey — along with some young ones — took part in a Zoom call …

1 year, 8 months ago

Derrick Henry's frustration on NFL running backs being out of fashion boils over after Giants and Saquon Barkley fail to agree to new contract

Daily Mail

Derrick Henry's frustration on the decrease in value of NFL running backs has boiled over following surprising decisions made by the New York Giants, Las Vegas Raiders and Dallas Cowboys on their respective starters, Saquon Barkley, Josh Jacobs and Tony Pollard, this summer. On Monday, the Tennessee Titans' starting running back shared his thoughts on the trio possibly playing on …

1 year, 9 months ago

Trotter: The pay disparity for NFL running backs is as wrong as it is wide

New York Times

There’s a reason two of the NFL’s three unsigned “franchise” players are running backs, and it’s because no position group has been more disrespected by executives and coaches in recent years. His situation is not unlike that of the Giants’ Saquon Barkley and the Cowboys’ Tony Pollard, fellow running backs who were franchise tagged and have yet to receive multiyear …

2 years, 5 months ago

Why Saquon Barkley, Josh Jacobs and Nick Chubb are ideal counters to NFL defense

New York Times

As NFL teams have leaned toward passing more and more, the importance of running backs has become a never-ending debate. The Browns’ offensive line also hasn’t been as dominant as it was last season, ranking only 15th in yards before contact per carry and 17th in ESPN’s run block win rate. Chubb also ranks sixth in yards after contact per …

3 years, 7 months ago

Running mates: Chubb, Browns sign 3-year extension

Associated Press

BEREA, Ohio — Nick Chubb may celebrate his huge contract extension by running extra sprints or lifting more weights. Chubb signed a three-year, $36.6 million contract extension Monday with Cleveland, an indication of the team’s regard for his skills as an elite running back and appreciation for his quiet, unassuming leadership. “He’s a leader in his action.” Moments after reports …

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