Jalen Hurts and Saquon Barkley reveal how Philadelphia Eagles’ have been their backbone amid crisis

Saquon Barkley has extended his contract with the Philadelphia Eagles for two years worth $41.2 million, making him the first running back to reach a net worth of $20 million. His performance and leadership have earned him admiration from teammates and contributed significantly to the Eagles’ success.

Saquon Barkley does not have enough words to be thankful to the Philadelphia Eagles. He has recently extended his contract with them for a period of two years.
A sensational deal of worth $41.2 million was signed between Barkley and the Eagles keeping him tight till the 2028 season. This also makes him a first running back gaining net worth of $20 million.

The Eagles were challenged and faced a tough 2023 but slowing down made them fly high after defeating Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs in the Super Bowl.

With offensive guard Mekhi Becton and Fred Johnson leaving the Eagles, the team was faced with a showdown. The loss of tackle Johnson was one of the biggest blows for the Eagles.

Trey Hendrickson faced double teams in pass pro in this game but when he was singled up against Fred Johnson he didn’t do anything. Gave the Eagles an advantage where there was supposed to be a disadvantage. pic.twitter.com/mkN0MbT0Aw

— mike (@bengals_sans) October 29, 2024

The Philadelphia Eagles have specific shows of strength for the offensive liner. Barkley being a dominant player has recorded 2,005 rushing yards and 13 touchdowns.
Barkley has earned praise and respect with his performances. He has bagged 574 rushing yards and five touchdowns during the playoffs. His leadership skills were another beneficial attributes for the Eagles.
During a recent podcast conversation, receiver DeVonta Smith shared his appreciation for Barkley. He said, “To me, Saquon, the best there is, man.” “The stuff I done seen him do. During training camp, you know I was watching him and I was like, ‘Okay, he cold, man. He got it.”
Barkley has been a light of inspiration for the Eagles and as well cannot stop praising how much the Eagles helped him. He said, “Every other position, the value increases each year.”
“So for Bijan (Robinson) and (Jahmyr) Gibbs, (Buffalo’s James) Cook − all those guys who are up and able to get paid, I hope they beat it,” he further said mentioning about other young running backs.

BREAKING: Eagles sign RB Saquon Barkley to a 2-year extension worth $41.2M with $36M guaranteed. (via @rapsheet, @tompelissero) pic.twitter.com/TUwfXpDK3r

— NFL (@NFL) March 4, 2025

Ofcourse, Barkley is a record breaking player. He has made historic record moment by signing a net worth deal of $41.2 million contract extension with the Eagles.