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The Philadelphia Eagles just turned the NFL world upside down! Star running back Saquon Barkley has signed a jaw-dropping two-year, $41.2 million contract extension, making him the first running back in NFL history to earn over $20 million per year, according to multiple reports.
Barkley, fresh off a historic, record-shattering season, led the Eagles to Super Bowl glory on his 28th birthday, dominating the Kansas City Chiefs on February 9. Now, the reigning NFL Offensive Player of the Year is cashing in—big time.
THE NUMBERS ARE INSANE:
$36 MILLION guaranteed—the most ever for a running back on a contract of three years or less!
$15 MILLION in additional incentives, pushing the potential total even higher.
Barkley doubles his salary, blowing past his previous $12.6M per year deal.
HISTORIC ON-FIELD DOMINANCE:
Barkley was unstoppable in 2024, racking up 2,005 rushing yards, 13 touchdowns, and a league-leading 125.3 yards per game. He shattered records in the playoffs, adding 499 rushing yards and five more TDs, surpassing Terrell Davis’ single-season mark with 2,504 total yards!
THE LEGACY GROWS
With three Pro Bowls, a First-Team All-Pro nod, and a Super Bowl ring, Barkley has cemented himself as one of the most dominant backs of his generation. Now, with this NFL-shaking contract, he’s redefining the value of running backs.
Is Barkley worth every penny? Or did the Eagles just overpay? Soun
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