Cross-country talks over the worth of a running back were sparked by Saquon Barkley’s offseason contract negotiations, which finally resulted in a minor increase on the franchise tag but no long-term agreement.
These conversations may heat up as the 2023 campaign gets more detailed. Barkley has carried the weight for a 2-8 Giants team that is barely hanging on after missing three games this season due to injury.
The position of the star RB is unstable. With Tommy DeVito, an undrafted rookie quarterback, starting at quarterback, the Giants need him to provide any kind of offensive threat. However, all of his accomplishments will be turned against him while negotiating a deal in the off-season.
Barkley believes that it is best to avoid thinking about the paradox on a regular basis.
I really try not to think about that because I would go crazy if I did. Whether it’s with the Giants or another team, I just try to stay focused on the love of the game, take care of my body, and hopefully when the time comes to talk contracts again, I can pull the film or look up the numbers to be able to get a deal that works best for me and my family.”
As he recovers from an ankle injury, Barkley dismissed inquiries about whether he should think about his own future and stop playing through pain. He is anticipated to play this week against the Washington Commanders, despite having limited practice time.
Barkley brushed off questions about whether there would come a point when he should consider his own future and not play through injury as he deals with an ankle issue. Despite being limited in practice, he is expected to play this week against the Washington Commanders.
However, Barkley didn’t mince words when asked what he learned about last season’s negotiations and the club’s use of the franchise tag.
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