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Saquon Barkley Becomes NFL's Highest-Paid Running Back with $41.2M Eagles Extension

The Philadelphia Eagles rewarded Barkley after his record-breaking season and Super Bowl win with a historic two-year deal.

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Saquon Barkley #26 of the Philadelphia Eagles runs the ball against the Los Angeles Rams during the second quarter in the NFC Divisional Playoff at Lincoln Financial Field on January 19, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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Overview

  • Saquon Barkley signed a two-year, $41.2 million contract extension with the Eagles, making him the first NFL running back to earn over $20 million annually.
  • The deal includes $36 million guaranteed and up to $15 million in performance-based incentives.
  • Barkley's 2024 season featured 2,504 rushing yards across the regular season and playoffs, breaking Terrell Davis' single-season record.
  • The running back played a pivotal role in leading the Eagles to a Super Bowl LIX victory, earning Offensive Player of the Year honors.
  • This extension comes just one year after Barkley joined the Eagles on a three-year deal following six seasons with the New York Giants.