How Eagles' Saquon Barkley's contract played a role in last week's reverse leap

The Philadelphia Eagles stunned the New York Giants in Week 14, and Saquon Barkley's contract may have played a role in the upset.

The Eagles defense held Barkley to just 28 rushing yards on 15 carries, and the Giants offense was unable to get anything going on the ground. Barkley is one of the most dynamic running backs in the NFL, so his inability to produce was a major factor in the Giants' loss.

One reason for Barkley's struggles may have been his contract. Barkley is in the final year of his rookie deal, and he is set to become a free agent in 2023. He is reportedly seeking a contract that will make him one of the highest-paid running backs in the NFL.

The Giants are not in a position to give Barkley a long-term contract extension, and they may be hesitant to sign him to a one-year deal. This could have been a factor in Barkley's performance against the Eagles, as he may have been trying to prove his worth to other teams.

Whatever the reason for Barkley's struggles, the Eagles defense deserves credit for a dominant performance. The Eagles held the Giants to just 11 points, and they forced three turnovers.

The Eagles' defense has been one of the best in the NFL all season, and they are a big reason why the team is in contention for a playoff spot. The Eagles are now 10-3, and they are in first place in the NFC East.

The Giants, on the other hand, are now 7-6, and they are in danger of missing the playoffs. The Giants have lost three of their last four games, and they have a tough schedule remaining. The Giants will need to find a way to get Barkley going if they want to make a run at the playoffs.