The Philadelphia Eagles’ star running back Saquon Barkley has plenty to celebrate beyond his team’s upcoming Super Bowl appearance against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Fresh off the NFC Championship victory, Barkley seized the moment to share some heartwarming personal news, adding another layer of joy to an already momentous week.
The 27-year-old All-Pro back revealed to PEOPLE magazine that he’s engaged to his longtime girlfriend, Anna Congdon, who’s been by his side since their Penn State days in 2017.
Barkley couldn’t contain his happiness while speaking about his “amazing fiancée,” who’s also the mother of their two children.
Saquon Barkley Is Engaged to Anna Congdon: ‘I Have an Amazing Fiancée’ (Exclusive) https://t.co/lDhFnQ4mVl
— People (@people) February 2, 2025
Their journey together has been marked by beautiful milestones.
The couple welcomed their daughter Jada in April 2018, and their family expanded with the arrival of Saquon Jr. in September 2022.
Through the years, their relationship has only grown stronger, with Barkley often acknowledging Anna’s crucial role in his success both on and off the field.
The timing of this announcement makes the upcoming Super Bowl LIX even more special for Barkley, who will also be celebrating his 28th birthday during the festivities.
In conversations with People, he emphasized his complete focus on the game, describing his current mindset as “Super Bowl mode” with a clear mission to defeat the Chiefs.
This engagement news caps what’s already been a remarkable season for Barkley, who’s helped guide the Eagles to football’s biggest stage.
As he balances the joy of his personal milestone with the intensity of Super Bowl preparation, it’s clear that this period will hold a special place in the running back’s memory, regardless of the game’s outcome.
