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Saquon Barkleymight be this year’s offensive player of the year, but at home, he’sdad to his two little ones.The Philadelphia Eagles running back and his fiancéeAnna Congdonwelcomed their first child, Jada, in 2018 after meeting in college at Penn State University. In 2022 their family grew again with the addition of Saquon Jr.Barkley gushed about Congdon and their family ahead of the 2025 Super Bowl,telling PEOPLEthat he owes much of his success to her.“I can’t be the athlete I am and have the success I have so in my career without the help of her,” he says “She’s been super helpful and always has my back, not only in football but throughout life there’s a lot that goes on. But as we continue to grow and mature and go through life together, we continue getting closer and continue to get even better.“Barkley continues of their kids, “we just sit back and laugh sometimes when they’re over there playing and just smile and think about where everything started.“Ahead of his first Super Bowl appearance on Sunday, Feb. 9 as the Eagles take on the Kansas City Chiefs, here’s a look at some of his sweetest moments caught on camera with his little ones.
Saquon Barkleymight be this year’s offensive player of the year, but at home, he’sdad to his two little ones.
The Philadelphia Eagles running back and his fiancéeAnna Congdonwelcomed their first child, Jada, in 2018 after meeting in college at Penn State University. In 2022 their family grew again with the addition of Saquon Jr.
Barkley gushed about Congdon and their family ahead of the 2025 Super Bowl,telling PEOPLEthat he owes much of his success to her.
“I can’t be the athlete I am and have the success I have so in my career without the help of her,” he says “She’s been super helpful and always has my back, not only in football but throughout life there’s a lot that goes on. But as we continue to grow and mature and go through life together, we continue getting closer and continue to get even better.”
Barkley continues of their kids, “we just sit back and laugh sometimes when they’re over there playing and just smile and think about where everything started.”
Ahead of his first Super Bowl appearance on Sunday, Feb. 9 as the Eagles take on the Kansas City Chiefs, here’s a look at some of his sweetest moments caught on camera with his little ones.
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Saquon Barkley and Anna Congdon with their newborn daughter Jada.Anna Congdon/Instagram
Anna Congdon/Instagram
Saquon Barkley andAnna Congdonfirst became parents back in 2018 when they welcomed their daughter Jada.
“when two became three… 💕,“she wrotealongside some of the first photos of their little girl.
02of 17Daddy at WorkSaquon Barkley and Anna Congdon with their daughter Jada.Anna Congdon/InstagramFrom the get-go, Jada was introduced to the world of football, joining her mom to visit dad on the sidelines when he was still on the New York Giants.
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Saquon Barkley and Anna Congdon with their daughter Jada.Anna Congdon/Instagram
From the get-go, Jada was introduced to the world of football, joining her mom to visit dad on the sidelines when he was still on the New York Giants.
03of 17Family OutingSaquon Barkley, Jada Clare Barkley and Anna Congdon.Ethan Miller/GettyTheir family grew again in 2022 when the proud parents welcomed son Saquon Jr. — or S.J. for short. Though mom and dad have kept their son mostly off of social media, ahead of the 2024 NFL Honors, Congdonshared a photo of her family of four ahead of the big night.While the little guy stayed back, mom and and dad walked the red carpet with Jada who looked adorable in a sparkly black dress paired with a tiny heart-shaped purse.
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Saquon Barkley, Jada Clare Barkley and Anna Congdon.Ethan Miller/Getty
Ethan Miller/Getty
Their family grew again in 2022 when the proud parents welcomed son Saquon Jr. — or S.J. for short. Though mom and dad have kept their son mostly off of social media, ahead of the 2024 NFL Honors, Congdonshared a photo of her family of four ahead of the big night.
While the little guy stayed back, mom and and dad walked the red carpet with Jada who looked adorable in a sparkly black dress paired with a tiny heart-shaped purse.
04of 17Picture PerfectSaquon Barkley and Anna Congdon with their daughter Jada.Anna Congdon/InstagramShe was a natural on the red carpet!
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She was a natural on the red carpet!
05of 17Dad’s Going to the Super Bowl!Saquon Barkley #26 of the Philadelphia Eagles celebrates after the game against the Washington Commanders at Lincoln Financial Field on January 26, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.Lauren Leigh Bacho/GettyAll four members of the Barkley-Congdon squad were together on the field the celebrate the Eagles' Jan. 26 win over the Washington Commanders that clinched their spot in the 2025 Super Bowl.
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Saquon Barkley #26 of the Philadelphia Eagles celebrates after the game against the Washington Commanders at Lincoln Financial Field on January 26, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.Lauren Leigh Bacho/Getty
Lauren Leigh Bacho/Getty
All four members of the Barkley-Congdon squad were together on the field the celebrate the Eagles' Jan. 26 win over the Washington Commanders that clinched their spot in the 2025 Super Bowl.
06of 17Big SmilesSaquon Barkley with his daughter Jada.Anna Congdon/InstagramCongdon shared a behind-the-scenes look into their family’s celebration including a shot of their daughter flashing a happy grin as confetti fell around them.
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Saquon Barkley with his daughter Jada.Anna Congdon/Instagram
Congdon shared a behind-the-scenes look into their family’s celebration including a shot of their daughter flashing a happy grin as confetti fell around them.
07of 17Milestone MomentSaquon Barkley hugs his family.Anna Congdon/Instagram"If I could wrap my arms around this memory, I would…,” Congdon wrote alongside a carousel of photos including one of Barkley embracing his lovedo nes.
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Saquon Barkley hugs his family.Anna Congdon/Instagram
“If I could wrap my arms around this memory, I would…,” Congdon wrote alongside a carousel of photos including one of Barkley embracing his lovedo nes.
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Saquon Barkley and Jada.Mitchell Leff/Getty
09of 17Daddy’s Little GirlSaquon Barkley and Jada.Mitchell Leff/GettyAs the lay in the middle of the festivities, Barkley wrapped his arms around his daughter.
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As the lay in the middle of the festivities, Barkley wrapped his arms around his daughter.
10of 17Winner’s CircleSaquon Barkley and Jada.Lauren Leigh Bacho/GettyBarkley and Jada were able to get an up close look at the George Halas Trophy following the big win.
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Saquon Barkley and Jada.Lauren Leigh Bacho/Getty
Barkley and Jada were able to get an up close look at the George Halas Trophy following the big win.
11of 17Off to the RacesSaquon Barkley and Anna Congdon with their two kids.Anna Congdon/InstagramAfter joining the league in 2018, the 2025 Super Bowl will mark the first time Barkley has made it to the big game after spending his first six seasons on the New York Giants.
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Saquon Barkley and Anna Congdon with their two kids.Anna Congdon/Instagram
After joining the league in 2018, the 2025 Super Bowl will mark the first time Barkley has made it to the big game after spending his first six seasons on the New York Giants.
12of 17Super Bowl 2025 ChampsFrank Micelotta/PictureGroup for FOX/ShutterstockCongdon, SJ and Jada met Barkley on the field to join in the celebration.
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Frank Micelotta/PictureGroup for FOX/Shutterstock
Congdon, SJ and Jada met Barkley on the field to join in the celebration.
13of 17Eagles SuperfanAP Photo/Frank Franklin IIJada had all the necessary Eagles gear for the party.
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AP Photo/Frank Franklin II
Jada had all the necessary Eagles gear for the party.
14of 17’Favorite' FanAP Photo/Brynn AndersonJada joined Dad for a post-show interview, where she was asked what she wanted to say to him. ““Congratulations, you’re my favorite,“she said with a smile.
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AP Photo/Brynn Anderson
Jada joined Dad for a post-show interview, where she was asked what she wanted to say to him. ““Congratulations, you’re my favorite,“she said with a smile.
15of 17Victory Is SweetFrank Micelotta/PictureGroup for FOX/ShutterstockAnd Barkley’s kids are even sweeter.
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And Barkley’s kids are even sweeter.
16of 17Repping Dad’s DigitsJohn Angelillo/UPI/ShutterstockSJ made his way through the crowd with Mom, wearing dad’s jersey number on his jacket.
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John Angelillo/UPI/Shutterstock
SJ made his way through the crowd with Mom, wearing dad’s jersey number on his jacket.
17of 17Cheesin’AP Photo/Ashley LandisBarkley may have won the Super Bowl, but we all know who the real stars are.
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AP Photo/Ashley Landis
Barkley may have won the Super Bowl, but we all know who the real stars are.
source: people.com