Eagles send message on Saquon Barkley’s major off-field achievement

The Philadelphia Eagles celebrated Saquon Barkley on Thursday after their star running back earned a major off-field honor. The team congratulated Barkley for landing on TIME’s 2026 Most Influential People in Sports list, a recognition that speaks to his reach beyond Sundays.

The former Penn State standout’s selection adds another layer to his impact within the organization. The honor recognizes influence beyond touchdowns, rushing yards, and weekly production, and it arrives after he reshaped the Eagles’ profile.

His 2,005-yard season and the team’s Super Bowl LIX run changed the league-wide conversation about running back value. Barkley became only the ninth player in NFL history to rush for 2,000 yards, then helped power a championship season that reinforced his importance to the city.

The Eagles posted their message Thursday on their official X account, formerly Twitter, after Barkley joined TIME’s 2026 sports influence list and congratulated their star running back on the honor.

“Congratulations to our guy @saquon on being selected to the 2026 @TIME 100 Most Influential People in Sports!”

Congratulations to our guy @saquon on being selected to the 2026 @TIME 100 Most Influential People in Sports! pic.twitter.com/j4kSlAtJqH

— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) June 11, 2026

The message carried organizational pride. Philadelphia did not simply acknowledge the honor. The franchise framed Barkley as one of its central figures, both inside the offense and across the broader sports landscape.

The recognition also reflects what the superstar runningback has become since arriving in Philadelphia. His production changed games, but his presence, marketability, and leadership have continued to shape the franchise’s modern identity.

That success has also drastically boosted his financial standing. Barkley secured a historic extension in March 2025 that made him the NFL’s first $20 million per year running back, further showing how much his value had shifted.

Even after a quieter 2025-2026 NFL season, his influence remains strong. The TIME honor places Barkley in a rare class of global sports figures and validates Philadelphia’s investment in him as more than a backfield weapon.

For the Eagles, Thursday’s message served as a reminder. Barkley still represents star power, credibility, and a major piece of their identity as they look toward another demanding season.

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