Saquon Barkley, a running back for the Philadelphia Eagles as of the 2024 NFL season, was born in the Bronx, New York, though his family moved a lot before settling in Whitehall, Pennsylvania, where he attended high school. Graduating a four-star prospect, Barkley opted for the Pennsylvania State University and broke several records and earned awards, during his time there in 2015-2017. He had the most career rushing touchdowns with 43 and was the first player ever to return a passing touchdown in the same game, among other records. He forgoed his senior years for the 2018 NFL Draft, where he got selected by the New York Giants as the overall #2 pick.
Barkley holds four Giants franchise records. Further, he was the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2018, along with being named for the Pro Bowl in 2018 and 2022, and the PFWA All-Rookie Team. As of January 2025, he has played in 90 games, starting all with 1546 carries for 7216 rushing yards and 48 touchdowns, along with 321 receptions, 2378 receiving yards, and 14 touchdowns as per Pro Football Reference.
Saquon Barkley's injury history
Saquon has mostly had injuries to his lower body. Let's take a detailed look at his injury history, as per the Draft Sharks:
| Date | League | Injury | Details |
| Sep 26, 2015 | Non-NFL | Pedal Ankle Sprain Grade 2 | Barkley missed 2 games as a freshman with an ankle injury. |
| Nov 26, 2016 | Non-NFL | Pedal Ankle Sprain/Pull Unspecified Grade 1 | Barkley injured his right ankle in the 3rd quarter vs. Michigan State but was able to play the following week. |
| Aug 13, 2018 | NFL | Thigh Hamstring Sprain/Pull Unspecified Grade 1 | Barkley was hurt in camp while running a pass route. He missed 8 days but was ready for Week 1. |
| Sep 22, 2019 | NFL | Pedal Ankle Sprain Grade 2 | He suffered a high ankle sprain in the second quarter against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers |
| Sep 20, 2020 | NFL | Knee ACL Tear Grade 3 | Barkley suffered a torn ACL during the Week 2 contest at Chicago. His season was over after just two games. |
| Sep 20, 2020 | NFL | Knee MCL Sprain Grade 2 | Barkley suffered an MCL strain during the Week 2 contest at Chicago. |
| Oct 10, 2021 | NFL | Pedal Ankle Sprain/Pull Unspecified Grade 1 | Barkley suffered a low-ankle injury in a Week 5 contest against the Dallas Cowboys. |
| Dec 8, 2022 | NFL | Cervical Neck Stinger | Barkley shared that he suffered the stinger in practice. He played through the pain in Week 14 and dodged a setback. |
| Sep 17, 2023 | NFL | Pedal Ankle Sprain Grade 2 | Barkley left Week 2 vs. the Cardinals near the end of the game with an ankle injury. He returned in Week 6 vs. the Bills. |
| Oct 22, 2023 | NFL | Arm Elbow Sprain | Barkley hyperextended his left elbow in Week 7 vs. the Commanders. He didn't miss any significant time. |
| Nov 10, 2024 | NFL | Arm Unspecified | Barkley suffered an early injury to his left forearm, but he didn't miss much time and returned to the Week 10 game against the Cowboys. |
Barkley, in October 2023, overextended his left elbow against the Washington Commanders in Week 7, though he didn't lose any noteworthy time, but made the comeback in Week 8 against the New York Jets.
At the age of 27, Barkley signed with the Philadelphia Eagles, but not before suffering several injuries. The Eagles may have their best tailback since LeSean McCoy if he can maintain his health. Barkley agreed to a three-year contract in March 2024 that will pay him $37.75 million, including a signing bonus of $11.6 million and $26 million guaranteed as per Spotrac.
FAQs on Saquon Barkley
A. Saquon Barkley has no Super Bowl rings as of January 2025.
A. Yes, Saquon Barkley majored in journalism from Pennsylvania State University, as per the latter's website.
A. Yes, Saquon Barkley is a father to two kids. Jada Clare, his daughter, was born on April 24, 2018. Saquon Jr., Barkley's son, was born in September 2022.
A. No, Saquon Barkley was a four-star recruit while graduating from Whitehall Pennsylvania High School.
A. Saquon Barkley's jersey number is 26.
