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Saquon Barkley's Future with Giants Uncertain as Free Agency Looms

As the NFL franchise tag deadline approaches, Saquon Barkley's tenure with the New York Giants hangs in the balance, with multiple teams potentially vying for the star running back.

  • Saquon Barkley, facing potential free agency, has expressed a desire not to be franchise-tagged by the Giants again, amid a contract standoff.
  • The Giants are hesitant to use the franchise tag on Barkley due to its $12.1 million salary-cap impact, increasing the likelihood of his departure.
  • Former Giants and NFL analysts suggest Barkley's exit could significantly impact the team, with some seeing him as a perfect fit for teams like the Texans or Cowboys.
  • Tiki Barber and other Giants legends express emotional ties to Barkley, emphasizing his importance to the team beyond his on-field performance.
  • Betting odds still favor the Giants to retain Barkley, but his future remains highly speculative as the franchise tag deadline nears.
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