In the event that Saquon Barkley decides to leave the Giants, the Texans have become an excellent destination for free agents.
Houston Texas became well-known thanks to rookie quarterback CJ Stroud’s explosive plays and run to the AFC South championship. Houston might surround its star player with some fascinating additions as the Texans attempt to run it back in year two.
According to betonline.ag, the Texans are favored (+400) to sign running back Saquon Barkley if he were to depart the New York Giants. The New England Patriots (+700) and Baltimore Ravens (+900) complete the top five, followed by the Chicago Bears (+500) and Los Angeles Chargers (+600).
Barkley only participated in the 2023 season with the franchise tag when New York added incentives and a $2 million bonus. The Giants have the 16th-highest cap space in the league going into the offseason, at over $39 million, after landing Daniel Jones on a big deal. Barkley has played his whole career in New York, but the organization might not be willing to give him a big contract.
The Texans have emerged as Barkley’s possible landing location, should that scenario arise. In 2023, Houston combined the use of Dameon Pierce and Devin Singletary. Pierce gained 416 yards and two touchdowns on the ground, while Singletary ran for 898 yards and four.
Saquon Barkley ran for 962 yards and four touchdowns in 14 games. Through the air, he gained an additional 280 yards and four touchdowns.
The Texans, who now lead the AFC South, hope to retain their championship with CJ Stroud at quarterback. Barkley’s addition would only make Houston’s offense more frightening and their team more complete.
