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Saquon Barkley Signs Two-Year, $41M Extension, Says Retirement Could Come ‘Out of Nowhere’

He compared his potential departure to Barry Sanders, insisting his competitive drive will keep him in Philadelphia uniforms next season.

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Saquon Barkley #26 of the Philadelphia Eagles reacts to his touchdown against the Washington Commanders during the fourth quarter in the NFC Championship Game at Lincoln Financial Field on January 26, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The victory celebrations were marred by chaos, including a stabbing and a car hitting a crowd of pedestrians.
Feb 9, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley (26) warms up before Super Bowl LIX between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Barkley rushed for over 2,000 yards and scored 15 touchdowns in 2024, earning NFL Offensive Player of the Year honors and powering the Eagles to a Super Bowl title.
  • He agreed to a two-year, $41 million contract extension that keeps him under team control through the 2026 season.
  • On the “Green Light with Chris Long” podcast, Barkley said he expects his retirement to arrive suddenly, mirroring Barry Sanders’ abrupt exit.
  • Despite contemplating an early retirement, Barkley emphasized that his passion for football and competitive nature remain as strong as ever.
  • The Eagles anticipate Barkley’s return for the 2025 season, where he will look to build on his record-breaking debut year in Philadelphia.