On April 26, 2018, Saquon Barkley accomplished his longtime ambition of getting picked into the NFL. Just two days before, he and his girlfriend, Anna Congdon, had their daughter, Jada Clare Barkley. Barkley said on The Player’s Tribune that he was on the verge of missing the draft in New York due to the birth of his daughter. The athlete said he would always choose his family when deciding between his daughter and the NFL draft.
My partner is expecting a child. I’m afraid she’ll give birth on the day I’m scheduled to be in New York for the draft… In fact, I’m not concerned. I mean, if the choice is between the draft and the birth of my daughter, my daughter will win. It’s a dream come true to get drafted. But, as much as I like football, my family always comes first.
Fortunately, Barkley and Congdon’s daughter Jara was born two days before the draft. He refers to it as the “greatest draft tale ever” since he realized both his aspirations of playing in the NFL and having his own family within a few days of each other. The New York Giants running back has said he wants to be the greatest father he can be for his kid. He and his partner are raising their daughter together. And, contrary to popular belief, Congdon is not his wife. So, here’s a glimpse at his love life and family life.
Saquoan Barkley’s Girlfriend Anna Congdon
Barkley and Congdon met at Penn State, where he was a collegiate football player. They started dating in 2017. The pair have generally kept their relationship quiet. In February 2019, Congdon posted to Instagram to wish Barkley a happy birthday. Aside from that, there are just a few posts of them together.
Is Saquon Barkley Married?
No, Barkley hasn’t yet wedded a woman. He has also made no mention of marriage intentions. His and Congdon’s relationship was also doubted when reports of his adultery began to circulate. He was seen partying with Josie Canseco after her divorce from Brody Jenner. Barkley was then seen with Kylie Jenner’s closest pal, Stassie Baby. Despite his sightings with Canseco and Stassie Baby, Barkley and Congdon have yet to declare their breakup.
Saquon Barkley Wants to Stay Involved With Football Even After He Retires
Barkley said in the same post he wrote for The Player’s Tribune that he intended to be connected with football even after he retired. The athlete said that he knew he couldn’t play forever and that the NFL also stood for “not for long.” He hopes to be an anchor, broadcaster, debater, or commentator in the sport once he retires. Barkley also wants to be a mentor for other kids by building a youth gym where kids can try out various sports and discover what they are excellent at.
The notion was inspired by his father, who introduced him to boxing at an early age but gave him the last decision on what he wanted to become. In the end, Barkley opted to be a football player, but he recognizes how fortunate he was to have all of the possibilities and options. For the same reason, he wishes to foster a comparable atmosphere for young people.
