
The Philadelphia Eagles have signed star running back Saquon Barkley to a two-year, $41.2 million contract extension that makes him the highest-paid running back in NFL history, according to a report from ESPN's Adam Schefter.
With the new contract, Barkley is the first running back in league history to make at least $20 million per year. In addition to his base contract, Barkley can also earn $15 million in incentives and escalators on the deal. He will earn $36 million fully guaranteed at signing.