Saquon Barkley reveals major feat with long-time girlfriend Anna Congdon before Super Bowl

Saquon Barkley made a rather major announcement related to girlfriend Anna Congdon as he gears up for Super Bowl with the Eagles.


Saquon Barkley reveals major feat with long-time girlfriend Anna Congdon before Super Bowl

Saquon Barkley is now engaged to girlfriend Anna Congdon (image via NY Post)

All of Philadelphia is counting on Saquon Barkley to bring home the Super Bowl trophy. As the running back gears up for the massive day in New Orleans, he made an exciting family announcement. In his interview, Barkley revealed his engagement to now-fiancee Anna Congdon.

Saquon Barkley sat down with People for an exclusive chat, highlighting his girlfriend’s significance in his life. The NFL star credited his successful career to Anna Congdon, who has been with him “throughout life”. Barkley shared Congdon’s best interests for him in decisions beyond football. Furthermore, the Eagles’ athlete was thrilled to live a life with his fiancee, as they become better versions of themselves. Barkley also expressed gratitude for his two children that he nurtured with Congdon.

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I’d be naive to think that I’ve made it and all the stuff that we are able to accomplish this year was all alone and by myself.

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Saquon Barkley and Anna Congdon bumped into each other at Penn State University. After their meeting, the two started dating in 2017 and started a family in the year following. Barkley also conferred about his children Jada and Saquon Jr. and reflected on his journey. The 27-year-old cherished the moments he spent with his children, considering the hectic schedule athletes are subjected to.

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While Barkley is rather private about his personal and family life, the fans get to see titbits of his emotional side while at games. Anna Congdon is often present on the sidelines with their two kids to support the Eagles. One of those times, such as at the AFC Championships, the cameras caught Barkley’s special handshake greeting with his daughter that is much viral with his fans. Assuredly the Barkley family will be at the Super Bowl to cheer him take another trophy home.

Saquon Barkley reveals his ‘best birthday gift’ ahead of Super Bowl

If the Eagles manage to triumph at the Super Bowl 59, it will be just another thing to celebrate for Saquon Barkley. Coincidently, the MVP candidate’s birthday falls on the exact date of the event, February 9. However, Barkley has much more than birthday plans to execute on that day.

In the same conversation with People, Barkley shared he had his head in the game. Having said that, he imparted his aim to bring the Super Bowl trophy as his birthday gift. While just getting to play was an achievement in itself, Barkley felt there was more to do.

Notably, this will be Saquon Barkley’s first Super Bowl appearance of his career. The running back was laser-focused on defeating the reigning champions Kansas City Chiefs, with no game plan before or after. Additionally, Barkley aimed at wanting to play the game with higher stakes involved.

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