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Prime Video’s ‘Saquon’ Puts Giants Negotiations on the Record as Eagles Face New York

The release renews scrutiny of New York’s handling of his franchise tag standoff, including a blocked trade request.

Overview

  • Amazon released the 102‑minute documentary on Thursday, directed by Alex Pappas with Martin Scorsese as executive producer.
  • The film includes Barkley’s assertion that the Giants “literally spit in my face,” referencing contract talks and heavy usage in 2022.
  • On-camera audio shows owner John Mara denying Barkley permission to seek a trade, telling him, “That makes no sense for us.”
  • Negotiation footage captures Barkley seeking $14–14.5 million annually as GM Joe Schoen says the team had stretched to $13 million, with the Giants later opting not to match Philadelphia’s offer.
  • The story tracks Barkley’s move to the Eagles, a 2,005‑yard rushing season, Offensive Player of the Year honors, and a Super Bowl title, with the film debuting the same day as Eagles–Giants on Prime Video.