Jason Kelce Defends Saquon Barkley Amid Criticism

Saquon Barkley faced a hostile reception from New York Giants fans during his return to MetLife Stadium as a Philadelphia Eagle, receiving boos and even a derogatory jersey from a fan. Former Eagles center Jason Kelce defended Barkley, criticizing the fans for directing their anger at him instead of the Giants' management, who failed to retain the star running back. Kelce emphasized that the Giants' ownership, including general manager Joe Schoen and co-owners John Mara and Steve Tisch, are responsible for Barkley's departure after they refused to franchise tag him. Barkley, who signed a lucrative three-year, $37.5 million contract with the Eagles, expressed surprise at the boos but remained focused on the game. The situation underscores the tension between the Eagles and Giants, intensified by Barkley's high-profile signing. This emotional showdown highlights the complexities of fan loyalty and organizational decisions in the NFL.