The majority of the relationship between wide New York Giants fans and former superstar running back Saquon Barkley has been strained since the latter chose to sign with the Philadelphia Eagles. On March 20, the Eagles YouTube channel shared a behind-the-scenes look at Barkley’s first 24 hours with the organization. A moment from the nine-minute video is unlikely to help the RB restore his image in New York. The “Crossing Broad” blog featured Barkley telling a “funny story” about his daughter, and the Giants were the eventual punchline. New York Giants fans Saquon Barkley Philadelphia Eagles On March 20, the.
Eagles YouTube channel shared a behind-the-scenes look at Barkley’s first 24 hours with the organization. In a moment from the nine-minute video, Barkley told a “funny story” about his daughter, with the Giants as the punchline. Eagles YouTube channel posted a behind-the-scenes look at Barkley’s first 24 hours with the organization. In a moment from the nine-minute video, Barkley told a “funny story” about his daughter, with the Giants as the punchline. “Crossing Broad” blog shared the clip on X — which featured Barkley telling a “funny story” about his daughter, and the Giants were the eventual punchline.
Barkley recounted a moment when his daughter made a connection between a bird and the Eagles, which some social media users viewed as a direct insult to the Giants.
Barkley shared a story where his daughter made a connection between a bird and the Eagles, which was seen by many as an insult to the Giants organization. This attempt at humor was received negatively by fans. Daddy, oh no, oh no. And I’m like — What is it? She points to the bird and she’s like — It’s the Eagles, it’s the Eagles. And me and Anna [Congdon, his wife], we just started laughing.”
Barkley joked about his daughter's reaction to visiting Philly and asked if that meant they would win now. Barkley joked about his daughter's reaction to visiting Philly and asked if that meant they would win now.Barkley joked about his daughter's reaction to visiting Philly and asked if that meant they would win now.
Many social media users perceived this unprovoked attempt at humor as a direct insult of the Giants organization, even if unintentional. Fans quickly voiced their displeasure.
Giants Fans React to Saquon Barkley Story About Daughter & Eagles
This video currently has over 1.7 million views on X since 11:21 a.m. EST, and many Big Blue supporters weighed in over the first five or so hours.
One popular response expressed relief that Barkley isn't a part of the organization anymore and criticized the use of his child to take a shot at the Giants. read.
Another wrote: “He’s so soft he’s gotta use his child to take a shot at the Giants 😂.”
One NYG fan mentioned Barkley's role on the team and criticized his performance, expressing disappointment in his actions. repliedOne NYG fan mentioned Barkley's role on the team and criticized his performance, expressing disappointment in his actions.
One user quoted the post and expressed dissatisfaction with Barkley, highlighting the contrast between the advice given by Giants legends and Barkley's behavior. voicing: “Carl Banks and Lawrence Tynes told Giants fans not to troll Saquon Barkley online. Once a Giant, Always a Giant.. my [expletive].”
A Giants podcaster mentioned the lack of acknowledgement for Barkley's contributions, indicating probable absence of a tribute upon his return. said: “It’s like 2022 never existed. I’m thinking no highlight tribute when he comes back to MetLife next season.”
Despite uncertainty about Barkley's intentions, his actions prompted negative reactions. Some felt that Barkley should have been more considerate while reminiscing during a behind-the-scenes documentary with his new rival franchise. and moreSaquon Barkley Told Giants Fans They Will ‘Forever Hold a Place’ in His Heart
After a very public beef with Giants legend Tiki Barber, Barkley finally addressed the NYG fanbase
After the and organization on March 14.“The past three days have been a mix of feelings, but I wanted to pause and thank all the loyal Giant fans who have supported me and my family over the last six years,” Barkley expressed at that moment.
Adding: “When I was chosen to play here I aimed for my off-field influence to match the achievements we had on the field, and I can only hope that I achieved that. I’m always thankful to the Mara and Tisch family and the fantastic individuals working within the Giants organization. The fans in New York and New Jersey will always have a special place in my heart. Ultimately, the NFL is a business, and I hope that everyone can understand my decision.” Those words seem less genuine after the Eagles documentary. Saquon Barkley recounted a “amusing anecdote” that mocked the Giants franchise during a behind-the-scenes video with the Eagles.
Continuing: “When I was drafted here I wanted my impact off the field to rival the accomplishments we had on it, and I can only hope that I came close [to] doing that. I’m forever grateful to the Mara and Tisch family and the wonderful people working inside the Giants organization. The fans in New York and New Jersey will forever hold a place in my heart. Ultimately, the NFL is a business, and I hope that everyone can respect my decision.”
Those words ring a bit hollower after the Eagles documentary.
