Saquon Barkley’s Eagles contract makes history: Who are highest paid RBs in NFL? – Full list

The Philadelphia Eagles have signed running back Saquon Barkley to a two-year extension worth $41.2 million, with $36 million guaranteed, making him the highest-paid running back in NFL history, ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter reported, citing sources. This new deal surpasses the previous record held by Christian McCaffrey, who signed a four-year, $64 million contract with the San Francisco 49ers last year. Other notable running backs on the list include Ezekiel Elliott, Todd Gurley, Le’Veon Bell, and Adrian Peterson.