The New York Giants have franchise tagged running back Saquon Barkley after beating the clock and signing quarterback Daniel Jones to a four-year deal.
This has always been the ideal plan for the Giants, who were hoping to lock in Jones long-term and franchise tag Barkley so they can continue negotiating on a possible extension for him as well.
Jones’ deal is reportedly worth $160 million over four years with $35 million in “upside,” per NFL Network. That comes out to $40 million per season.
This is a developing story…
