The New York Giants are disputing President Trump's assertion that he advised them to retain Saquon Barkley before he signed with the Eagles in 2024. Giants VP Pat Hanlon stated that there were "no conversations" between the team and the President regarding Barkley. Following Trump's comments made during the Eagles' White House visit, Hanlon criticized Trump on social media for not leading effectively. Barkley, who had a significant impact on the Eagles, signed a two-year, $41.2 million extension after leaving the Giants last offseason.
Trump claimed he advised the Giants to keep Saquon Barkley before he became a free agent and signed with the Eagles, but the Giants refute this.
Giants communications VP Pat Hanlon stated emphatically that there were "no conversations" between the President and the team regarding Saquon Barkley.
Hanlon also addressed Trump's claims on social media, criticizing the need for better leadership and referencing his own career concerns.
During a White House event, Trump expressed regret over the Giants losing Barkley, citing his good performance for the team and praising the player.
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