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Giants co-owner already sees Saquon Barkley as a role model

The expectations for Saquon Barkley on the field cannot be overstated. The Giants believe with the No. 2 pick in the NFL draft they selected a generational talent at running back. The burgeoning expectations are not limited to the field.

“His background is impressive, he’s humble, he’s grateful, he’s generous with sharing his success, he acknowledges sort of the God-given talent he has,’’ Steve Tisch, the Giants’ co-owner, said Saturday after witnessing in person Barkley’s introductory press conference. “It’s very impressive. I keep reminding myself this is a 21-year-old.

“I’ve got five kids and he’s a role model.