Overview

• 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.