Saquon Barkley is 29 years old, born on February 9, 1997, and he currently plays as a running back for the Philadelphia Eagles. Barkley joined the Eagles in free agency in March 2024 on a three-year deal, then signed a two-year, $41.2 million contract extension in March 2025 that made him the highest-paid running back in NFL history. His first season in Philadelphia was historic: he rushed for 2,005 yards, set an NFL record with 2,504 total rushing yards including the postseason, won the 2024 NFL Offensive Player of the Year award, and helped the Eagles capture the Super Bowl LIX title. As of October 2026, Barkley remains under contract with Philadelphia through the 2028 season.
Quick Facts
| Full Name | Saquon Barkley |
|---|---|
| Born | February 9, 1997 |
| Age | 29 |
| Birthplace | The Bronx, New York, USA |
| Occupation | NFL Running Back |
| Nationality | American |
| Height | 6 ft 0 in (183 cm) |
| Partner | Anna Congdon (engaged) |
| Children | 2 — daughter Jada (born 2018) and son Saquon Jr. (born 2022) |
| Estimated Net Worth | ~$30 million |
Early Life and College
Saquon Barkley was born in the Bronx, New York, and raised in eastern Pennsylvania, where he attended Whitehall High School. He was a standout running back at Whitehall, and his performances earned him a scholarship to Penn State University, where he became one of the most decorated players in program history.
At Penn State (2015–2017), Barkley rushed for 3,843 yards and 43 touchdowns in three seasons, earning All-America honors and two Big Ten Offensive Player of the Year awards. As a junior, he finished fourth in Heisman Trophy voting in 2017, then declared early for the NFL Draft, giving up his senior season.
NFL Career
New York Giants (2018–2023)
The New York Giants selected Barkley second overall in the 2018 NFL Draft, signing him to a four-year rookie deal worth $31.2 million fully guaranteed. He exploded onto the scene immediately, rushing for 1,307 yards as a rookie and winning the 2018 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year award, plus his first Pro Bowl selection.
Injuries interrupted his early prime — a torn ACL cost him nearly all of the 2020 season, and ankle issues lingered through 2021. He bounced back in 2022 with a career-best 1,312 rushing yards and a second Pro Bowl nod, then played 2023 under the franchise tag after the Giants declined to sign him to a long-term deal. He finished his Giants tenure ranked fourth in franchise history with 5,211 rushing yards in 74 starts.
Philadelphia Eagles (2024–present)
Barkley signed with the rival Eagles in March 2024 on a three-year, $37.75 million free-agent contract — a rare homecoming for the Pennsylvania native. His first season in Philadelphia became an all-time great campaign: 2,005 rushing yards (the ninth 2,000-yard season in NFL history), a league-record 2,504 rushing yards including the playoffs, the AP NFL Offensive Player of the Year award, and a Super Bowl LIX championship ring with the Eagles.
The Eagles rewarded him in March 2025 with a two-year, $41.2 million extension ($36 million fully guaranteed, plus up to $15 million in incentives), making him the first running back in NFL history to average more than $20 million per season. The deal runs through the 2028 season and keeps him under contract for a total of four more seasons from signing.
His 2025 follow-up season was solid but quieter than the historic 2024 run — a familiar pattern for backs coming off 2,000-yard campaigns. Through the early weeks of the 2026 season, Barkley was listed as week-to-week with a minor injury, which also fueled brief midseason trade speculation in October 2026, though he remains under contract and on Philadelphia's roster.
Like other elite stars of his era — from fellow superstar running threats such as Travis Kelce to marquee quarterbacks like Patrick Mahomes — Barkley's on-field excellence has made him one of the most marketable players in the league.
Personal Life
Saquon Barkley has been in a long-term relationship with Anna Congdon since their college days at Penn State, where they met in 2017. The couple got engaged, with Barkley publicly confirming the engagement in February 2025; no wedding date has been reported, so they are not yet married.
Together they have two children: daughter Jada Clare Barkley, born in April 2018 just two days before the NFL Draft, and son Saquon "SJ" Barkley Jr., born in September 2022. Barkley is known for a positive public image and has spoken about wanting to follow the "Marshawn Lynch method" of investing his NFL earnings and living off endorsement income.
Barkley's great uncle was Iran "The Blade" Barkley, a professional boxer who held world titles in three weight classes.
Net Worth
Saquon Barkley's net worth is estimated at approximately $30 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth, with some trackers putting the figure as high as $32 million.
The estimate reflects roughly $80 million in career NFL earnings since 2018 (per Spotrac), his record-setting Eagles extension averaging $20.6 million per year, and endorsement income reportedly worth around $10 million annually from brands including Nike, Pepsi, Toyota, Visa, and Dunkin' Donuts. He has also invested in real estate — including a Malvern, Pennsylvania home purchased after joining the Eagles — and in startups and funds.
The wealth figure sits well below his gross career earnings, which is typical for professional athletes after taxes, agent fees, and investment expenses. Net worth estimates vary between trackers because endorsement earnings, private investments, and real estate holdings are not publicly audited — the $30 million figure from Celebrity Net Worth is the most widely cited, with a few analysts placing the range up to $32 million.
Among the NFL's modern stars, Barkley's resurgence in Philadelphia cemented his legacy — a story of resilience shared by peers such as Josh Allen, who have likewise carried their franchises deep into the postseason.
FAQs
How old is Saquon Barkley?
Saquon Barkley is 29 years old, born on February 9, 1997, in the Bronx, New York. He will turn 30 in February 2027.
What team does Saquon Barkley play for?
Saquon Barkley plays for the Philadelphia Eagles. He signed with the Eagles as a free agent in March 2024 after six seasons with the New York Giants, and in March 2025 signed a two-year, $41.2 million extension that keeps him under contract through the 2028 season.
Is Saquon Barkley married?
No — Saquon Barkley is not married. He is engaged to his longtime partner Anna Congdon, whom he met at Penn State in 2017; he confirmed the engagement in February 2025, and no wedding date has been publicly reported.
How many children does Saquon Barkley have?
Saquon Barkley has two children with Anna Congdon: daughter Jada Clare Barkley, born in April 2018, and son Saquon "SJ" Barkley Jr., born in September 2022.
What is Saquon Barkley's net worth?
Saquon Barkley's net worth is estimated at approximately $30 million (with some trackers estimating up to $32 million). His wealth comes from about $80 million in career NFL earnings, his record $20.6-million-per-year Eagles extension, and endorsement deals worth a reported $10 million annually.