The Philadelphia Eagles are making big moves this offseason, and general manager Howie Roseman just pulled off another financial masterstroke. Star running back Saquon Barkley, who initially carried a $13.5 million cap hit, now sees that number slashed down to $6.8 million after signing his contract extension.
By restructuring Barkley’s deal, Roseman has effectively freed up nearly $7 million in cap space—giving the Eagles crucial flexibility to make additional roster upgrades ahead of the 2025 season. This move positions Philadelphia to remain competitive in the NFC while also ensuring financial stability for future signings.
Barkley, who signed a three-year, $37.75 million deal with the Eagles earlier this offseason, is expected to be a game-changer in their backfield. With the extra cap space, the Eagles could now explore bolstering other key areas, such as defensive depth, offensive line reinforcements, or additional playmakers to support quarterback Jalen Hurts.
Roseman has long been regarded as one of the league’s top cap strategists, and this latest move is just another example of why. As the Eagles continue shaping their roster, fans can expect more calculated moves aimed at keeping the team in Super Bowl contention.
With free agency still in full swing, all eyes are now on what Philadelphia does next with their newfound financial flexibility.
