Saquon Barkley
  • Saquon Barkley

  • RB
  • , Philadelphia Eagles
  • 27
  • 233 lbs
  • 6' 0"
  • Penn State
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Scouting report

by Brandon Niles

NYG RB Saquon Barkley - Week 15 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 15 at New Orleans Saints

Saquon Barkley was the primary cog behind the Giants’ victory over the Packers on Monday night. He ran for 86 yards and a pair of touchdowns on 20 carries, adding 15 yards on three receptions. It was good to see him find the end zone a couple times, as touchdowns have been hard to come by in New York this season. Barkley only had five on the season heading into the game.

This week, Barkley faces a Saints defense that ranks 18th in aFPA to opposing running backs. Expect another heavy workload for him as quarterback Tommy DeVito continues to try to earn a shot at the starting job in 2024. Barkley should be leaned on once again, giving him a high floor. We have him ranked as a solid RB1 option in all leagues. Start him.

by Brandon Niles

NYG RB Saquon Barkley - Week 14 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 14 vs. Green Bay Packers

Saquon Barkley struggled along with everyone else on the field in the game against the Patriots before the bye last week. Barkley had 12 carries and a reception for a total of 52 yards. Barkley continues to get a heavy workload every week, raising his fantasy floor, but the Giants’ struggles to move the ball consistently definitely impact Barkley’s production - particularly when it comes to chances at the end zone.

This week, Barkley faces a Green Bay defense that ranks 20th in aFPA to opposing running backs, and was just torched by Isiah Pacheco on Sunday night. With a good matchup and another day with an expected heavy workload, Barkley should put up solid fantasy numbers and should be considered a fringe-RB1 option. Start him.

by Brandon Niles

NYG RB Saquon Barkley - Week 12 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 12 vs. New England Patriots

Saquon Barkley had a great game against the Commanders last week, finishing with 140 yards on 14 carries and four receptions. He found the end zone twice, as quarterback Tommy DeVito stunned everyone with three touchdown passes on his way to a victory over Washington. Barkley continues to be the lone bright spot in this offense, and he’s averaging a consistent 22.5 touches per game this year.

This week, Barkley has a tough matchup against a Patriots defense that ranks eighth in aFPA to opposing running backs. Barkley gets so many touches, however, that he should be active regardless of the matchup. Expect an ugly offensive game, but another 20-plus opportunities for the veteran out of Penn State. Start him.

by Brandon Niles

NYG RB Saquon Barkley - Week 11 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 11 at Washington Commanders

Saquon Barkley carried the ball 13 times for 66 yards last week in a lopsided loss to the Cowboys. It was hard to keep running the ball, as the team got down early and it was never much of a contest. It was good to see the talented Barkley still average over five yards per carry, despite the tough game script, but it remains difficult to trust the Giants to produce much offensively this year.

This week, Barkley faces a Washington defense that ranks 19th in aFPA to opposing running backs. While the Giants stink, Barkley is the best option they have for success. As such, expect another busy day from the veteran out of Penn State, and fantasy managers should still use him as a quality RB1 based on workload. Start him.

by Brandon Niles

NYG RB Saquon Barkley - Week 10 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 10 at Dallas Cowboys

Saquon Barkley gained 113 yards on 16 carries and three receptions in a dreadful loss to the Raiders last week. The Giants are in terrible shape this season, including now being down Daniel Jones for at least the remainder of the season.

This week, Barkley faces a Dallas defense that ranks 12th in aFPA to opposing running backs. Expect the Giants to lean on Barkley as much as they can, giving him a quality floor in fantasy leagues. However, this one could get ugly pretty quickly, limiting Barkley’s overall opportunities. We have him ranked as a quality RB2 option this week.

by Brandon Niles

NYG RB Saquon Barkley - Week 9 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 9 at Las Vegas Raiders

The Giants leaned heavily on Saquon Barkley last week in an overtime loss to the Jets, especially after losing Tyrod Taylor to injury early in the game. Barkley wound up with an eye-popping 36 carries in the game, finishing with 128 yards. Barkley has had at least 20 touches in all but his first game this season and the offense should continue to run through him, even with Daniel Jones expected to return this week.

This week, keep Barkley active in a great matchup against the Raiders. Las Vegas ranks 30th in aFPA to opposing running backs and just gave up big numbers to Jahymr Gibbs on Monday night. Barkley’s workload and talent make him a must-start every week, but especially against this vulnerable defense. We have him ranked as an elite fantasy option.

by Brandon Niles

NYG RB Saquon Barkley - Week 8 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 8 vs. New York Jets

Saquon Barkley was held to 3.7 yards per carry against the Commanders last week, but he continues to get a huge workload and pad his fantasy numbers with receiving production. Barkley ran for 77 yards on 21 carries, but added 41 yards and a touchdown on three receptions. He now has 16 catches in just four games this year.

This week, Barkley has a nice matchup against a Jets defense that ranks 23rd aFPA to opposing running backs. Running the ball is the way to beat the Jets, as they rank high against quarterbacks and wide receivers, so expect a heavy dose of Barkley in what should be a low-scoring affair. Start him as a solid RB1 option this week.

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