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Saquon Barkley is an American football running back for the New York Giants of the National Football League (NFL). He was drafted with the second overall pick in the 2018 NFL Draft, and has since become one of the league's most dynamic players. His combination of speed, strength, agility and vision make him one of the most electrifying running backs in recent memory.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1997</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Saquon Barkley is Born</div><div class='timeline-text'>On February 9, 1997, Saquon Barkley was born in the Bronx, New York.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>High School Football Star</div><div class='timeline-text'>Barkley becomes a star running back for Whitehall High School in Pennsylvania.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2016</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Commits to Penn State University</div><div class='timeline-text'>In 2016 Saquon commits to play college football at Penn State University.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2017</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Wins Big Ten Championship</div><div class='timeline-text'>Led Penn State to the Big Ten Championship and was named the Big Ten Offensive Player of the Year.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>2nd Pick in NFL Draft</div><div class='timeline-text'>On April 26, 2018, Barkley was drafted second overall by the New York Giants.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Earns Pro Bowl Selection</div><div class='timeline-text'>Barkley earns his first Pro Bowl selection after leading the NFL in all purpose yards.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Named First Team All Pro</div><div class='timeline-text'>Named first team All Pro for the 2020 season, becoming the youngest player to earn this honor since Adrian Peterson.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He's an Outstanding Athlete</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Saquon Barkley is an outstanding athlete, he is a talented running back in the NFL and always puts forth his best effort. He is also a hard worker and has improved on his overall skill set every season.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He's a Great Role Model</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Saquon Barkley is a great role model for young athletes. He always strives to do his best on and off the field, shows respect to his peers and coaches, and sets a good example for others to follow.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He's an Inspiration</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Saquon Barkley is an inspiration for all sports fans. His determination and drive to be successful have been inspiring to watch, and have motivated many people to never give up on their dreams. </p></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Highest Draft Pick From Penn State</h3><p class='facts-text'>Saquon Barkley was the highest draft pick from Penn State in 2018, taken second overall by the New York Giants.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>NFL Rookie of The Year</h3><p class='facts-text'>Barkley was named NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2018 after rushing for 1,307 yards and 11 touchdowns.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Holds several Penn State Records</h3><p class='facts-text'>Barkley holds several Penn State records including most career rushing touchdowns (43), single season total touchdowns (23) and most all-purpose yards in a game (358).</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Multi-Sport Athlete</h3><p class='facts-text'>In high school, Barkley was a multi-sport athlete who also competed in track and field. He was a state champion in the 100 meters and 400 meters.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Two Time Pro Bowler</h3><p class='facts-text'>Barkley has been selected to two Pro Bowls in his young career and is widely considered one of the best young running backs in the league.</p></div></div>
Saquon Barkley is an American Football Player who was born on February 9, 1997 and is currently 26. He is best known for his impressive performances during his college career for Penn State and his four-year stint in the NFL, where he has been an All-Pro selection three times and a Pro Bowl selection in 2018.
