Eagles reportedly make $41m Saquon Barkley highest-paid running back in history

- 28-year-old signs two-year contract extension
- Barkley helped Philly win Super Bowl
The Philadelphia Eagles have reportedly made Saquon Barkley the highest-paid running back in NFL history after a dominant season in which he helped the team win the Super Bowl.
According to ESPN, the Eagles have given Barkley a two-year contract extension worth $41.2m. The deal includes $36m in guaranteed money and Barkley could earn another $15m in bonuses.
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