Saquon Barkley activated off PUP list today

New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley watches his team during drills at the Back Together Saturday Event, Saturday, July 31, 2021 at the Eddie Moraes Stadium, Newark, New Jersey. Credit: George A Faella

Since he tore the ACL in his right knee last September, Saquon Barkley has served the Giants in roles as varied as cheerleader, motivational speaker, classroom instructor and conditioning participant. On Monday, he will return to the job that suits him best: football player.

Barkley has been removed from the physically unable to perform (PUP) list on Monday and became eligible to participate in the team’s afternoon practice. He is not expected to jump right in and start taking the bulk…