When the New York Giants drafted Saquon Barkley 2nd overall in 2018, they saw a generational running back that could change the dynamic of a modern NFL offense. Barkley, who the Giants paired with WR1 Odell Beckham Jr. during his rookie season, helped lead the unit to 23.1 points per game on average.
Fast forward to 2020, and the Giants or struggling to average over 17 points, as Barkley suffered significant knee damage in Week 2 against the Chicago Bears, holding him out for the remainder of the season. During Barkley’s rehabilitation, the Giants rolled with Wayne Gallman at running back, and while he served valiantly, they simply didn’t have the talent at receiver to help quarterback Daniel Jones maximize his talents.