The New York Giants’ decision on Saquon Barkley’s future with the team wasn’t a straightforward one, according to NFL insiders. Barkley, one of the top running backs in the league, has been a staple for the Giants since his career began. However, his contract situation has been a topic of discussion, with the team pulling their pre-franchise-tag offer.
The Giants’ decision to pull their offer is believed to be a result of the sagging running back market in free agency, where no tailback got more than $6.25 million per year. Despite this, the Giants would still like to sign Barkley long-term, but drawing too hard a line could risk locker-room morale issues with an elite player.
Barkley, on the other hand, has expressed his desire for a long-term deal, rather than playing on the franchise tag. This isn’t surprising, given the risks associated with playing on a tag, especially for running backs. The Giants could afford to extend Barkley, but the specifics of any offers haven’t been made public yet.
The situation is being closely monitored by the rest of the NFL, with many teams watching to see how the Giants handle the situation. The outcome of this situation could have implications for other teams and players in similar situations.
In recent developments, Barkley has signed with the Philadelphia Eagles, a move that has sent shockwaves throughout the NFL. The Giants’ handling of the situation will have implications for their future success, as well as the wider NFL landscape.
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