NFL Investigating Allegations of Tampering with Kirk Cousins and Saquon Barkley
In a surprising turn of events during the 2024 NFL free agency period, star quarterback Kirk Cousins and running back Saquon Barkley made headlines with their lucrative contracts with the Atlanta Falcons and Philadelphia Eagles, respectively.
Cousins reportedly inked a massive four-year, $160 million deal with the Falcons, while Barkley secured a three-year, $37.5 million contract with the Eagles. However, their signings have come under scrutiny as the NFL is investigating potential tampering violations.
During a press conference, Cousins disclosed that he had communications with the Falcons’ athletic trainer and head of public relations prior to the legal tampering window opening. On the other hand, Barkley’s former college coach hinted at possible impermissible contact between the Eagles’ general manager and Barkley during the tampering period.
If the Falcons and Eagles are found to have violated tampering rules, they could face severe consequences such as losing draft picks or being fined by the league. The NFL takes tampering violations seriously in order to maintain the integrity of the free agency process and prevent unfair advantages for teams.
Both the Falcons and Eagles will have to await the outcome of the investigation, which could potentially impact their future roster-building strategies. As fans and analysts await further developments, the league will undoubtedly ensure that the tampering rules are upheld to protect the competitive balance of the NFL. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story on ‘The Daily Guardian’.
