Saquon Barkley's Fiancee Anna Congdon: Engagement Backlash, 'Gold Digger' Comments, College Couple

Saquon Barkley, born as Saquon Rasul Quevis Barkley on February 9, 1997, in The Bronx, New York, is currently one of the best running backs (RBs) in NFL history. On March 4, 2025, he signed a two-year deal with the Philadelphia Eagles worth USD 41.2 million, making him the highest-paid running back in NFL history. The deal also includes approximately USD 36 million in guarantees and up to USD 15 million in incentives. In September 2025, Barkley's Eagles teammates declared him the 'Number one player in the NFL' right now after winning Super Bowl LIX against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Saquon Barkley, Philadelphia Eagles running back's 2025 season struggles, contract, and performance update in the NFL

Surprisingly, Saquon Barkley hasn't been the same in the initial phase of the ongoing 2025 NFL season. The Philadelphia Eagles haven't dominated the games as fans and NFL fandom expected from the defending champions. The 28-year-old had a monumental drop from 125.3 yards per game to registering only 52.7 yards per game in the 2025 season so far. With a significant drop in his form, critics have started questioning his commercial commitments.

Ahead of Saquon Barkley's Michael Ann & Saquon Barkley Hope Foundation's inaugural black-tie event, he turned down the narrative about his ongoing decline in form. He clearly stated that, "I do a commercial in March, April, May — and when I do it, I have my team make sure I don't do anything when I'm working on that day, I do it on my off day. So something I do in April has no effect on how I run in the ball in September or October, to be completely honest." However, he has taken full responsibility for the Philadelphia Eagles' poor running game and proved why he is considered one of the biggest leaders in the NFL right now. 

Saquon Barkley's NFL records, Pro Bowl career, and family life with fiancée, Anna Congdo 

A two-time Pro Bowl player, Saquon Barkley has been named the 2018 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year. Before joining the Philadelphia Eagles, Barkley had registered a series of remarkable records during his time with the New York Giants. By the year 2025, he had already surpassed 6,000 rushing yards and 2,000 receiving yards. From his return from injury to his unmatched athleticism, we hope Barkley continues to inspire young NFL players around the world.

On the personal front, Saquon Barkley announced his engagement to his university girlfriend, Anna Congdon, in February 2025. The couple is blessed with two kids. Despite being one of the best running backs in NFL history, Barkley prefers humility and leads a low-key, content life with his wife and kids. Before we talk about how they met, when they met, and the infamous engagement backlash, let's talk about Anna. Hailing from Forest City, Philadelphia, Anna Congdon was the captain of Forest City Regional High School's basketball team and led them to a district championship title.

Saquon Barkley and Anna Congdon's love story: From Penn State days to family and 2025 engagement

Later in life, Anna Congdon attended Penn State University, where she met Saquon Barkley in 2016, and by early 2017, they were dating. In February 2017, they made their relationship Instagram official, and in April 2018, they welcomed their first child, a baby girl named Jada. In 2022, they welcomed a baby boy into their family and named him Saquon Jr. The couple got engaged privately, reportedly around August 2024, and announced it publicly days before the 2025 Super Bowl in February 2025. After they announced their engagement, people praised Anna for always being Barkley's biggest supporter in his journey from an NFL prospect during their university days to becoming an NFL star.

Saquon Barkley and Anna Congdon's engagement controversy: Old racist tweets, super-expensive engagement ring, and the 'gold-digger' comments

Saquon Barkley and Anna Congdon turned into one of the most controversial moments in NFL history, and no one literally saw it coming. For the uninitiated, when Barkley announced their engagement days before the Philadelphia Eagles' Super Bowl LIX against the Kansas City Chiefs, it sparked a huge controversy, as people discovered his fiancée's old racist tweets. Anna's tweets were from her teenage years and contained racist slurs and offensive language towards a community.

People trolled Anna Congdon and even labeled her as a 'gold digger' after some reports speculated that her diamond engagement ring is worth between USD 120,000 and USD 150,000. The backlash was so huge that Anna deleted her old tweets and locked her social media accounts for some time. She also apologised to the public, saying, "I deeply regret the offensive and hurtful tweets I made as a teenager. Those words do not reflect the person I am today. I apologise to anyone I hurt, and I have learned and grown from my mistakes." Her doting fiancé, Saquon Barkley, also came out in her support and publicly said, "People change. Growth is real. Family stands strong." Fast forward to October 2025, and the matter is resolved, and they're at peace with their kids.

What are your thoughts on Saquon Barkley and Anna Congdon's engagement backlash? Let us know.

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