Eagles reportedly won't trade Saquon Barkley
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Key Points:
- The Philadelphia Eagles have decided not to trade running back Saquon Barkley before the November 10 deadline, signaling a commitment to moving forward with him despite speculation.
- This decision contrasts with teams like the Raiders, who have taken a "no plans" approach with players such as Maxx Crosby, showing the Eagles' clear stance on Barkley's future.
- The lack of trade offers likely influenced the Eagles, as trading Barkley now would result in a significant $26 million dead-money charge in 2027, making a mid-year trade more financially sensible.
- The Eagles have made some roster moves, such as trading Cam Jurgens after Lane Johnson's retirement, but they are avoiding a large-scale sell-off that could worsen their salary cap situation.
- Attention should be paid to offseason rumors about a potential Barkley trade after June 1, 2027, similar to the timing of the A.J. Brown trade, especially if the team anticipates another challenging season.
