Sources: Eagles make Barkley NFL's top-paid RB

Tim McManus, covering the Philadelphia Eagles for ESPN since 2016, reported that Saquon Barkley signed a two-year, $41.2 million contract extension, making him the highest-paid running back in NFL history with $36 million guaranteed. Barkley had a record-breaking season, leading the Eagles to a Super Bowl victory, prompting the team to extend his contract early due to his exceptional performance and potential market value. The deal reflects a shift in the league’s running back salary landscape and could influence future contracts in the position, as Barkley looks to continue his success with the Eagles.

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