The New York Giants still have yet to come to terms on a long-term contract extension with star running back Saquon Barkley. The Giants placed the franchise tag on Barkley in February after failing to reach an agreement.
Since then, the two sides have had conversations, though they have seemingly been unproductive. According to Ralph Vacchiano of Fox Sports, “it doesn’t sound like a long-term deal for Barkley is particularly close.”
The Giants are “unlikely to increase their offer by much, if at all,” per Vacchiano. “A deal will only be possible if the unhappy Barkley’s asking price comes down.