The Eagles running back became the league's highest paid at his position two years after he was franchise-tagged for $10.1 million. We spoke to league executives on the evolving market.

Last year's free-agent RBs proved they were worth a big investment, but the Class of 2025 might not bring the same rewards with the risk.

In a league where running backs often struggle to secure lucrative long-term deals, Saquon Barkley redefined the market. The Philadelphia Eagles’ star tailback made history by becoming the highest-paid player in his position.

The two-year deal will have an average annual value of more than $20 million, a league source says. The extension will make Barkley the highest-paid running back on a yearly basis in NFL history.

The Philadelphia Eagles on Tuesday signed running back Saquon Barkley to a monster two-year contract extension worth $41.2 million. Barkley had just signed with Philly last offseason, inking a three-year,

Buffalo Bills running back James Cook is heading into the final year of his rookie deal and seeking a fresh contract. As such, Cook and his agent, Matt Leist of Loyalty Above All (LAA) agency, are closely monitoring the running back market,

The Philadelphia Eagles wrapped up an important defensive player. But like every other NFL team, a key free agent would help things for the 2025 season. Also, the Eagles’ historic contract for Saquon Barkley could impact free agent running backs,

Saquon Barkley made history by signing a two-year, $41.2 million contract extension with the Philadelphia Eagles, making him the highest-paid running back in NFL history.