Even still, during a high-output game against the Falcons, Bills' OC Joe Brady leaned more on Ty Johnson on key downs and possessions, taking Cook off the field in third-down situations despite being the best overall talent that the Bills have for reigning MVP Josh Allen to hand off or throw the ball to.

Saquon Barkley and Josh Jacobs lead UPI senior sports writer Alex Butler's Top-50 fantasy football running back rankings for Week 6 of the 2025 season.

That’s a guy that gave me my shot,” the Eagles running back said of Franklin, whose 12-year run at Penn State ended on Sunday.

In 2015, one year after James Franklin took over at Penn State, Saquon Barkley arrived. It marked the beginning of a decorated career in Happy Valley as he eventually became the No. 2 overall pick in the NFL Draft.

Saquon Barkley is arguably the best and most beloved player of the James Franklin era. The Eagles running back was an integral part in Penn State’s return to national prominence under Franklin and has maintained a strong relationship with his former coach through the years.

Prime Video’s Saquon documentary follows the Eagles running back through five years of his career in the NFL — from tearing his ACL to contract disputes with the Giants to a Super Bowl title. But it also covers his journey leading up to draft night.

Former Penn State football running back Saquon Barkley opened up about James Franklin's recent firing on Friday with reporters. Here's what he said.