Saquon Barkley made a special guest appearance on the “New Heights” podcast with the Kelce brothers, where he tried to convince Jason Kelce to reconsider his retirement from the Philadelphia Eagles. Despite Jason’s previous admission that he felt like he would be missing something special on the field, he remains content with his decision and plans to cheer on his former team throughout the 2024 season. Barkley, who recently joined the Eagles, expressed his excitement for the fresh start and the opportunity to play with his new team.
During the podcast, Barkley used his best recruiting tactics to try and sway Jason Kelce, telling him that he doesn’t have to just watch from the sidelines. Jason, however, reiterated his commitment to retirement, stating that he has no intention of making a comeback. Despite Jason’s decision, Barkley is enthusiastic about starting this new chapter with the Eagles after they showed interest in him and ultimately signed him to a three-year deal with a max value of $46.76 million.
Upon entering the Eagles’ training facility to finalize his deal, Barkley felt a surge of positive energy and excitement, further solidifying his decision to join the team. While Jason Kelce may be set on retirement after leading the Eagles’ offensive line for 13 seasons and winning a Super Bowl, Barkley is eager to make an impact with his new team. Despite the initial interest from the Houston Texans, Barkley ultimately chose Philly as his new home and is looking forward to the opportunity to play with his new teammates.
As Barkley embarks on this new journey with the Eagles, he expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming season and the chance to make an impact on the field. While Jason Kelce may have expressed some regret about retiring after the Eagles acquired Barkley, he remains committed to his decision and plans to support his former team from the sidelines. Both players are excited about what the future holds, with Barkley eager to contribute to the Eagles and Kelce looking forward to cheering them on as they compete in the upcoming season.
