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Saquon Barkley

RB NYG

College: Penn State | 6 years
Height: 6'0" | Weight: 232 lbs
Birth Date: 1997-02-09
2024 Bye Week: 10

Total Pts: 159.5
Avg Pts: 9.38
Rank: 11 RB

Free Agent

2024 RTSports Outlook

Barkley rebounded in a big way after a few disappointing seasons. He played great in the Giants new offense, topping 1,300-rushing yards. He was fifth overall in fantasy running back scoring. He had five games with 20-plus fantasy points and double-digit fantasy points all but three games. And the Giants offensive line did a much better job last year. Barkley was fifth overall in yards before contact (749 yards). Barkley is one of the best backs in the game right now. He has three 1,000-yard rushing seasons for his career and been a top-10 fantasy back three of those seasons. Barkley has great moves in space and can get downhill in a hurry. He is a great runner on the outside but also does well between the tackles. He is a three-down back that can help as a receiver in addition to being a dynamic running back. Barkley can do it all.

FANTASY OUTLOOK: Barkley showed his potential last year in a full season and could build on that. He is a top-five fantasy back. Expect more of the same this year. Look for around 1,800 total yards, double-digit scores and 60-plus catches.

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Fantasy WeekPts
Scoring
Week 15.50Saquon Barkley 12 receiving yds (1.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 51 rushing yds (1.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 51 rushing yds (2.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 3 receptions (1.50 pts)
Week 221.00Saquon Barkley 1 receiving TD (6.00 pts)
. . . Saquon Barkley 9 yd TD pass from Daniel Jones
Saquon Barkley 29 receiving yds (1.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 29 receiving yds (1.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 1 rushing TD (6.00 pts)
. . . Saquon Barkley 1 yd TD rush
Saquon Barkley 63 rushing yds (1.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 63 rushing yds (3.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 6 receptions (3.00 pts)
Week 30.00
Week 40.00
Week 50.00
Week 68.00Saquon Barkley 5 receiving yds (1.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 93 rushing yds (1.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 93 rushing yds (4.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 4 receptions (2.00 pts)
Week 714.50Saquon Barkley 1 receiving TD (6.00 pts)
. . . Saquon Barkley 32 yd TD pass from Tyrod Taylor
Saquon Barkley 41 receiving yds (1.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 41 receiving yds (2.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 77 rushing yds (1.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 77 rushing yds (3.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 3 receptions (1.50 pts)
Week 88.50Saquon Barkley 128 rushing yds (1.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 128 rushing yds (6.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 3 receptions (1.50 pts)
Week 98.50Saquon Barkley 23 receiving yds (1.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 23 receiving yds (1.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 90 rushing yds (1.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 90 rushing yds (4.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 3 receptions (1.50 pts)
Week 104.50Saquon Barkley 66 rushing yds (1.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 66 rushing yds (3.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 1 reception (0.50 pts)
Week 1122.00Saquon Barkley 2 receiving TDs (12.00 pts)
. . . Saquon Barkley 24 yd TD pass from Tommy DeVito
. . . Saquon Barkley 5 yd TD pass from Tommy DeVito
Saquon Barkley 57 receiving yds (1.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 57 receiving yds (2.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 83 rushing yds (1.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 83 rushing yds (4.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 4 receptions (2.00 pts)
Week 124.50Saquon Barkley 6 receiving yds (1.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 46 rushing yds (1.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 46 rushing yds (2.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 1 reception (0.50 pts)
Week 13
Week 1419.50Saquon Barkley 15 receiving yds (1.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 2 rushing TDs (12.00 pts)
. . . Saquon Barkley 5 yd TD rush
. . . Saquon Barkley 1 yd TD rush
Saquon Barkley 86 rushing yds (1.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 86 rushing yds (4.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 3 receptions (1.50 pts)
Playoff Week 14.00Saquon Barkley 23 receiving yds (1.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 23 receiving yds (1.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 14 rushing yds (1.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 2 receptions (1.00 pts)
Playoff Week 215.50Saquon Barkley 4 receiving yds (1.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 1 rushing TD (6.00 pts)
. . . Saquon Barkley 7 yd TD rush
Saquon Barkley 1 rushing 2XP (2.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 80 rushing yds (1.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 80 rushing yds (4.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 3 receptions (1.50 pts)
Playoff Week 34.50Saquon Barkley 19 receiving yds (1.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 39 rushing yds (1.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 39 rushing yds (1.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 3 receptions (1.50 pts)
Playoff Week 419.00Saquon Barkley 51 receiving yds (1.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 51 receiving yds (2.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 2 rushing TDs (12.00 pts)
. . . Saquon Barkley 2 yd TD rush
. . . Saquon Barkley 3 yd TD rush
Saquon Barkley 46 rushing yds (1.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 46 rushing yds (2.00 pts)
Saquon Barkley 2 receptions (1.00 pts)
No Playoff Match Up
Player Notes
Mar 14 12:33pm ET

Philadelphia Eagles RB Saquon Barkley is the subject of an NFL investigation looking into potential tampering during free agency, according to sources Thursday, March 14.

From TheHuddle

Mar 13 4:53pm ET

Updating a previous report, free-agent RB Saquon Barkley (Giants) officially agreed to terms on a three-year contract with the Philadelphia Eagles Wednesday, March 13. Financial terms were not disclosed, but an earlier report stated the deal is worth $37.75 million.

From TheHuddle

Mar 11 5:10pm ET

The Philadelphia Eagles and Pro Bowl guard Landon Dickerson agreed to a four-year, $84 million contract extension, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. The deal makes the 25-year-old the highest-paid guard in terms of average base salary ($21 million) after making two Pro Bowls in his first three seasons in the NFL. The loss of future Hall-of-Fame center Jason Kelce will be tough to deal with, but locking up Dickerson long-term will help Philly's chances to continue being dominant up front. He'll now block for star running back Saquon Barkley in 2024.

From RotoBaller

Mar 11 3:00pm ET

Free-agent running back Saquon Barkley is signing with the Philadelphia Eagles on a three-year, $37.75 million deal. The deal includes $26 million in guaranteed money and has an additional $9 million available in incentives. After a 2018 rookie season that saw the former Penn State star go for over 2,000 yards from scrimmage and 15 touchdowns, he has struggled to stay healthy over a chunk of the next five years of his career. He missed 21 games from 2019 to 2021. He bounced back in 2022 with 1,312 rushing yards but regressed to 962 yards in 14 games in 2023. However, the Eagles believe in him as a game-changing running back, as his average salary ($12.58 million) ranks only below Christian McCaffrey, Alvin Kamara, and Jonathan Taylor. Although the Eagles' offensive line could take a hit after the retirement of Jason Kelce, Barkley should be playing behind the best offensive line of his career in 2024. He will have an immediate high-end RB1 upside in fantasy football.

From RotoBaller

Mar 11 2:53pm ET

Impending free agent RB Saquon Barkley (Giants) agreed to a three-year deal with the Philadelphia Eagles, according to sources Monday, March 11. The deal is worth $37.75 million, has a max value of $46.75 million and includes $26 million fully guaranteed.

Fantasy Spin: Barkley is going to thrive in the Eagles running game as long as he stays healthy. His touchdown upside might be limited considering Jalen Hurts' presence, but he's a solid RB1 for fantasy purposes on his rushing upside alone.

From TheHuddle

Mar 11 1:10pm ET

The Philadelphia Eagles and Houston Texans are both interested in signing free-agent running back Saquon Barkley, according to SNY's Connor Hughes. The New York Giants are also interested in keeping Barkley around, but he may be plucked away by another team. Although the former first-rounder has a lengthy injury history, he's viewed as the best option in a top-heavy free-agent running back market this offseason. The 27-year-old two-time Pro Bowler took a step back in 2023, although he didn't have much of a chance with quarterback Daniel Jones (knee) hurt while running behind an atrocious offensive line. Barkley finished with 962 rushing yards and six touchdowns on 247 carries while adding 41 catches for 280 yards and four more TDs in 14 games. Regardless of where Barkley is playing in 2024, he'll be a risk/reward RB1 for fantasy managers.

From RotoBaller

Mar 9 8:20pm ET

Impending Free-agent running back Saquon Barkley already has several teams interested in signing him. However, most interestingly, the Eagles have emerged as a franchise to watch. The 27-year-old has spent the last six seasons in New York since being taken No. 2 overall in the 2018 NFL Draft. He's had some dominant fantasy seasons, although he was most productive as a rookie. But he's also battled more than his share of injuries over the years, a source of fantasy managers' frequent frustration. Barkley didn't have a horrible year in 2023-24, totaling 10 touchdowns while falling 38 rushing yards short of 1,000. Yet, he missed three more games. Nonetheless, it's worth noting that teams like the Cowboys and Ravens are a few other teams rumored to be in the running to get Barkley to sign on the dotted line. There's also a chance he remains with the Giants. The Eagles also haven't prioritized the running back position, so any potential deal could fall through before it has a chance to start. At any rate, the former Nittany Lion has the talent, but his fantasy outlook primarily hinges on whether he can remain healthy.

From RotoBaller

Mar 9 7:53pm ET

New York Giants impending free-agent RB Saquon Barkley doesn't appear to be considering the Philadelphia Eagles as an option, according to sources Saturday, March 9.

Fantasy Spin: The Eagles could still be a possibility depending on Barkley's market, and he should have robust suitors of teams vying for his talents. He's an RB1 wherever he goes.

From TheHuddle

Mar 5 8:03pm ET

New York Giants impending free-agent RB Saquon Barkley has been talking with the Giants this offseason about a new contract, but the Giants have not offered a contract at this point and the two sides have not discussed salary, according to sources.

Fantasy Spin: It seems like Barkley will be testing the free-agent market this offseason after the Giants decided not to place the franchise tag on him. Barkley will be the starting back wherever he signs and probably will be a weekly starting option in all fantasy leagues.

From TheHuddle

Mar 5 2:10pm ET

The New York Giants are not using the franchise tag on impending free-agent running back Saquon Barkley again, according to a source. It means that Barkley will hit the open market next week and will be one of the top free agents in a very good running back class this offseason. The franchise tag for the second straight year on Barkley would have cost the Giants $12.1 million in 2024. The 27-year-old probably won't reach that mark in free agency, but he could come close. The former first-rounder (second overall) in 2018 out of Penn State missed three more games due to injury in 2023 and really didn't have much of a chance behind an atrocious offensive line in New York, finishing with 962 rushing yards and six TDs on 247 carries, adding 41 catches for 280 yards and four more scores. Barkley's 2024 fantasy value will be more clear once we know where he's playing, but as of right now he projects to be a risk/reward low-end RB1.

From RotoBaller

Mar 5 11:53am ET

New York Giants impending free-agent RB Saquon Barkley will not receive the franchise tag.

Fantasy Spin: Barkley would be the best RB option on the open market, but his fantasy stock remains as an upper RB1 wherever he goes.

From TheHuddle

Mar 3 3:53pm ET

New York Giants RB Saquon Barkley, a pending free agent, is the most likely running back candidate to earn an average annual value of at least $10 million on his next deal, according to sources Sunday, March 3.

Fantasy Spin: Barkley seems primed to hit the market and wherever he goes, he should be viewed as an RB1 with high upside.

From TheHuddle

Mar 2 2:53pm ET

New York Giants impending free-agent RB Saquon Barkley views the Houston Texans as his top destination in free agency, per sources on Thursday, Feb. 29.

Fantasy Spin: Playing with standout QB C.J. Stroud and the Houston Texans would be a perfect fit for Barkley and would be a massive upgrade for Houston's rushing attack. No matter where he lands, Barkley should be viewed as a RB1 going into 2024.

From TheHuddle

Feb 29 7:10pm ET

The New York Giants and impending free-agent running back Saquon Barkley's representatives had a "good (initial) meeting" on Wednesday at the NFL scouting combine in Indianapolis, according to a source. The Giants are reportedly open to multiple options, including memorializing Barkley's legacy as a Giants, pending an agreement on mutual terms. The 27-year-old is unlikely to receive the franchise tag for the second straight year, although the G-Men aren't ruling it out. If it makes sense financially for both sides, a long-term extension makes the most sense, but the Giants will be way given Barkley's long injury history. Wherever he lands in 2024, Barkley will be a risk/reward RB1 for fantasy managers after he missed three more games with injury in 2023 and finished under 1,000 yards rushing for the third time in his six NFL seasons.

From RotoBaller

Feb 29 6:53pm ET

New York Giants impending free-agent RB Saquon Barkley's representatives met with the Giants Wednesday, Feb. 28, to discuss his contract situation and the meeting was positive, according to a source.

Fantasy Spin: Barkley is not expected to receive the franchise tag, so the Giants about two weeks before he can talk to other teams. He should be a starter no matter where he signs this offseason and will be a weekly starting option in fantasy leagues.

From TheHuddle

Feb 27 2:20pm ET

New York Giants general manager Joe Schoen isn't ruling out using the franchise tag on impending free-agent running back Saquon Barkley, even though it was reported on Monday that they were unlikely to use it on him. "The franchise tag is not off the table. He wants a fair deal and I appreciate that," Schoen said. Using the franchise tag on the 27-year-old RB would cost the G-Men around $12.1 million in 2024, and it would be the second straight year they would have used the tag on him. Even after missing more time due to injury in 2023, Barkley would be a hot commodity at the position this offseason if he doesn't end up re-signing in New York. The two-time Pro Bowler averaged 3.9 yards per carry on 247 attempts for 962 rushing yards and six TDs in 14 games in 2023. No matter where he lands, the oft-injured RB will be a risk/reward RB1 for fantasy managers.

From RotoBaller

Feb 26 6:50pm ET

The New York Giants will speak with impending free-agent running back Saquon Barkley and explore a new deal with him, but they are unlikely to place the franchise tag on him for $12.109 million in 2024, according to sources. The 27-year-old could very well hit the open market when the new league year opens in March, but there's no denying that Barkley is the essence of New York's offense when he's healthy. The two-time Pro Bowler took a step back in 2023 and missed three games due to injury, finishing with 962 rushing yards on 247 carries (3.9 yards per carry) and six touchdowns while adding 41 catches for 280 yards and four more TDs. Barkley could have a decent market if he reaches free agency, but he'll continue to be a risk/reward RB1 due to his extensive injury history.

From RotoBaller

Feb 26 6:13pm ET

Dynasty | The Giants are unlikely to use the franchise tag on running back Saquon Barkley. Dynasty Analysis: With a huge crop of running backs hitting free agency, the Giants are looking like a team unwilling to pony up north of $12 million to keep their star runner. While they could still bring him back on a long-term deal, it looks as if Barkley is going to control his own destiny for the first time in his career. While still dynamic with the ball in his hands, Barkley is reaching the age where running backs decline and his dynasty value will be purely contingent on where he lands, though his days as an elite asset are likely over.

From Dynasty League Fantasy

Feb 21 11:53am ET

Updating previous reports, New York Giants impending free-agent RB Saquon Barkley is unlikely to receive the franchise tag in 2024. The tag would be worth around $12.1 million.

Fantasy Spin: Barkley was the RB13 in PPR leagues in 14 games last season. This is another year he failed to live up to his draft status, and that's the risk you take when selecting the supremely talented back among the top five at the position.

From TheHuddle

Feb 18 5:43pm ET

New York Giants impending free-agent RB Saquon Barkley is expected to be a candidate for the franchise tag this offseason.

Fantasy Spin: Fantasy players will need to monitor the situation to see if Barkley will be playing for the Giants or another team in 2024. He should be a starting back for a team next season and likely will be a weekly starting option in leagues.

From TheHuddle

Player Transactions
  • 11-Mar-2024: Saquon Barkley - SGN - The Philadelphia Eagles signed RB Saquon Barkley.
  • 11-Mar-2024: Saquon Barkley - FA - RB Saquon Barkley elected free agency.
  • 05-Nov-2021: NYG Saquon Barkley - Reinstated
  • 03-Nov-2021: NYG Saquon Barkley - Reserve, Non-Football Injury - COVID-19
  • 28-Apr-2021: NYG Saquon Barkley - Exercised Option - Fifth-year option on rookie contract
  • 10-Feb-2021: NYG Saquon Barkley - Off IR - torn right ACL
  • 22-Sep-2020: NYG Saquon Barkley - On IR - torn right ACL
  • 22-Sep-2020: NYG Saquon Barkley - On IR - torn ACL
  • 22-Jul-2018: NYG - Signed, Draft Choice - Four-year contract (fifth-year option)
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