The Dallas Cowboys are reportedly “interested” in potentially signing either Saquon Barkley from the New York Giants or Derrick Henry from the Tennessee Titans as NFL free agency approaches.
However, these reports come with a significant caveat: the Cowboys’ interest hinges on a reduction in the players’ asking prices.
According to ESPN, the Cowboys could consider pursuing Barkley and Henry if their contract demands become more favorable. This speculative angle cleverly highlights the headline-worthy potential of signing these star running backs, along with the inclusion of a third “name” – Captain Obvious.
It’s clear that the Cowboys would indeed be interested in signing Barkley or Henry if their contractual demands decrease. Specifically, the Cowboys would likely pursue Barkley if he becomes available at a projected contract price of $12 million annually for a three-year deal, and Henry at a projected price of $9 million annually for a two-year deal. However, competition from other teams in the running back market may make securing these players at reduced prices challenging.
Despite the abundance of talent in the running back market, Barkley and Henry may not see significant reductions in their asking prices. Barkley, at 27, and Henry, at 30, are both highly sought-after players with strong track records. Consequently, while the Cowboys would be interested in signing them at bargain prices, the likelihood of securing such deals remains uncertain.
In summary, while the Cowboys would certainly be interested in acquiring Barkley or Henry at discounted rates, the chances of securing them at such prices may be slim, akin to the common joke about being “interested in dating Halle Berry.”
