Saquon Barkley’s uncertain future with the Giants as he continues to battle injury

The Giants are unfortunately off to a terrible NFL season. This has only been exacerbated with Saquon Barkley’s ankle injury that was sustained during the last game. Moreover, he has sustained a significant ankle injury that could get worse during the upcoming game against the Washington Commanders. Barkley’s ankle was further damaged during this last week’s game against the Dallas Cowboys. The reality remains that the Giants (2-8) have no strategy to reliably advance the ball without giving it to Barkley. Nevertheless, at the end of the season, Barkley will be coming off the franchise tag and will need a contract renegotiation. He claims that the possibility of not returning to the Giants is something that he tries not to consider. Nevertheless, the Giants still have the option to franchise tag Barkley again, while he has expressed the desire to be part of the Giants, acknowledging that it is a business. Barkley plays a critical role for the Giants and has managed the circumstances surrounding him like a professional. His absence also means that we are going to have to track where the Giants are with the various incentives. Players like Barkley know that even when they show loyalty, it might not be enough in the business environment. His ankle is not the only one that makes it feel like the bottom is falling out for the Giants. Other players have also faced significant injuries of the season, and it is unfortunate because their commitment and availability is important. Specifically, the Giants’ iron men, like Ben Bredeson, Bobby Okereke, and Xavier McKinney, all displayed incredible commitment this year. Let’s see how it all plays out.