The New York Giants and their star running back Saquon Barkley have been unable to agree on a contract extension. This has been a source of frustration for both sides, as the Giants want to keep their star player and Barkley wants to be compensated for his contributions to the team.
Barkley has been an integral part of the Giants offense since he was drafted in 2018. He has rushed for over 3,000 yards and scored 25 touchdowns in his first two seasons with the team. He was also named the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2018 and was selected to the Pro Bowl in both 2018 and 2019.
The Giants have offered Barkley a contract extension, but he is reportedly seeking a deal that would make him one of the highest-paid running backs in the league. The Giants have been unwilling to meet his demands, leaving the two sides at an impasse.
It is unclear what will happen next, as both sides seem unwilling to budge. If the two sides are unable to reach an agreement, Barkley could become a free agent after the 2021 season. This would be a huge blow for the Giants, who have relied heavily on Barkley’s production over the past two seasons.
The Giants and Barkley have until July 15th to reach an agreement on a contract extension. Until then, both sides will continue to negotiate in hopes of finding common ground. It remains to be seen if they will be able to come to an agreement before the deadline.
