'I think New York needs a quarterback,' deadpans Saquon Barkley in response to Jameis Winston question

Philly Sports and Culture Writer

Monday, February 3, 2025

Feb 3, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley (26) is interviewed during Super Bowl LIX Opening Night at Ceasars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Free agent quarterback Jameis Winston was found among the throng of media surrounding Saquon Barkley on Monday for Super Bowl LIX's "Opening Night." And Winston had a personal question.

"One more question Saquon," said Winston. "I’m a free agent, I really don’t got no job. Who should sign me in free agency?"

"I think New York needs a quarterback right now," responded Barkley without missing a beat.

Saquon Barkley to Jameis Winston! 😂

“I think New York needs a Quarterback right now.”

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— On Pattison (@OnPattison) February 4, 2025

Quarterback Daniel Jones signed a 4-year, $160 million extension with the Giants prior to the 2023 season, which many believe affected their ability to make a competitive offer to Barkley in free agency. But the team benched Jones during the 2024 season and eventually released him.

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