RBs Speak Out on Lack of Extensions: Giants' Barkley Deal in Limbo

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NFL running backs Derrick Henry, Christian McCaffrey, Jonathan Taylor, and Austin Ekeler expressed their frustration over the absence of long-term contract extensions for Saquon Barkley and Josh Jacobs, who will play on the franchise tag this season. The players criticized the league's devaluation of the running back position and showed solidarity with their fellow running backs. While Henry, McCaffrey, and Ekeler have secured their own lucrative deals, Taylor will face a similar situation next offseason. The approach of Jacobs and Barkley to the upcoming season without new deals will be closely watched.
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