Giants’ Saquon Barkley, unsigned and unhappy, will forego start of off-season workouts

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Giants’ running back, Saquon Barkley, is not the only athlete to sit out off-season workouts to elicit a better contract, but his absence surprises fans and management. Barkley had a fast start in his NFL career, winning Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2018 and rushing 1,000 yards in two seasons. However, his 2020 season was cut short due to injury, which could explain why the Giants have not given the green light on a lucrative contract extension. Barkley’s base salary for 2021 is $7.05 million and if he plays without a new contract, he could become a free agent in 2022. The team and fans are eager to see the star player back on the field, and the contract negotiations will determine when that happens.