Saquon Barkley is having a year to remember.
The running back cleaned up during the 2024 NFL season, receiving just about every award or honor a player could possibly ask for. He is a Super Bowl champion, an All-Pro, a Pro Bowler, MVP finalist, the Offensive Player of the Year and even the Madden NFL 26 cover athlete.
On July 16, Barkley learned that he would be making room for one more thing on the mantel – the ESPYS’ “Best NFL Player” award.
Barkley received the award over fellow nominees Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson and Patrick Surtain II.
It’s a continued run of success for the Eagles’ running back, dating back to a big decision he made last offseason.
Barkley famously traded in New York Giants’ blue for Philadelphia Eagles’ green. This offseason, Barkley was rewarded for his work in the City of Brotherly Love, inking a two-year, $41.2 million extension to remain with the Birds.
Barkley rushed for a record 2,504 yards over the regular season and postseason and led the way for the Super Bowl 59 champions, who crushed the Kansas City Chiefs in the big game.
It will be hard to top Barkley’s 2024 season. While the awards keep rolling in, the Eagles’ star is tasked with giving an encore performance as the 2025 season nears.
For now, there is still a little time to bask in the glory before it’s back to work.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: ESPYS 2025: Saquon Barkley named ‘Best NFL Player’
