Star players who should be looking to leave their current teams in the 2022 NFL offseason
Here are three more players who are under contract but should be looking to join a new team in the 2022 offseason.
#3 - Saquon Barkley, RB, New York Giants
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It's been a frustrating run for Saquon Barkley over the last three years as injuries and terrible play from the New York Giants offensive line has stifled his progress. He's one of the most talented running backs in the entire NFL, but his production has not matched his potential recently.
The Giants have not yet given him a contract extension, so now may be the best time for Saquon Barkley to find a new team. A fresh start with a new team could help rejuvenate his career.
#2 - Jimmy Garoppolo, QB, San Francisco 49ers
The San Francisco 49ers tarded all the way up to the third pick of the 2021 NFL Draft to select Trey Lance as Jimmy Garoppolo's eventual replacement as the starting quarterback. It's very possible that they will officially make the change in the 2022 season.
If Garoppolo wants to continue to be the starting quarterback for any NFL team moving forward, it will likely need to be for a team other than the 49ers.
#1 - Deshaun Watson, QB, Houston Texans
Deshaun Watson demanded a trade from the Houston Texans prior to the 2021 NFL season. He ended up sitting out the entire season because of his refusal to play for the Texans, as well as dealing with a legal situation off the field.
Now that the court case has some clarity and he's not currently facing criminal charges, his trade market is expected to heat up quickly. He is just 26 years old and in the prime of his career with the potential to help the right team to a Super Bowl.
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