Saquon Barkley

American football player, NFL star

Saquon Barkley - American football player, NFL star
Born

February 9th, 1997
28 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a running back in the National Football League for the New York Giants. Achieved recognition for remarkable speed and agility on the field. Drafted second overall in the 2018 NFL Draft. Awarded the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2018. Pro Bowl selections occurred in 2018, 2019, and 2022. Suffered significant injuries in subsequent seasons but returned to contribute to team performance.

Awarded NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2018

Selected to Pro Bowl in 2018, 2019, and 2022

Drafted second overall by New York Giants in 2018

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