Saquon Barkley is a man of many accomplishments, both on and off the football field. But if you want to get to know the real Barkley, you have to dive into the story of his family life—his longtime girlfriend, Anna Congdon, and their two kids, Jada and Saquon Jr. While Barkley is breaking records on the field, Congdon and their little ones are cheering him on from the sidelines, a tight-knit team behind the scenes of his NFL stardom.
Barkley and Congdon’s story started back in 2017 when they met at Penn State University. At the time, Barkley was making waves as a star running back for the Nittany Lions, and Congdon was a freshman moving through her new college life. Their relationship quickly blossomed from casual fraternity formals to something much more serious. By February 2017, they were Instagram official, with Congdon affectionately calling Barkley her “two-six” in reference to his jersey number.
Saquon Barkley Does Not Have a Wife Officially (Yet), But He Has an Amazing Girlfriend and Partner With Whom He Shares Two Kids
The couple’s lives changed dramatically in April 2018. Congdon gave birth to their first child, daughter Jada Clare Barkley, on April 24, just two days before the NFL Draft. Barkley, fresh off becoming a father, was selected as the second overall pick by the New York Giants on April 26.
Reflecting on that amazing week, Saquon Barkley said he was “honored and blessed” to step into fatherhood while chasing his professional football dreams. Jada quickly became the light of their lives, with Congdon frequently sharing sweet moments with her daughter on Instagram. One Mother’s Day, Congdon summed up the experience of motherhood as “a million little moments that God weaves together with grace, redemption, laughs, tears, and most of all, love.”
The Barkleys celebrate the NFC title 💚🤍 pic.twitter.com/KMcGJ4p6m3
— NFL (@NFL) January 27, 2025
Fast forward a few years, and their family grew again. In September 2022, Anna and Saquon welcomed their second child, a son named Saquon Jr. Barkley described his newborn son as having an “amazing smile” that lights up any room, while Jada took on the role of a doting big sister.
Barkley has been vocal about how becoming a father shaped his perspective, emphasizing the importance of setting an example for his kids. “Her image of a man is going to be off of me,” he said of Jada. He expressed similar sentiments about Saquon Jr., hoping to teach his children the value of setting goals and seeing them through.
Who Is Anna Congdon?
While Saquon Barkley has been busy carving out a legendary NFL career, Anna Congdon has been his unwavering support system. Congdon, who hails from Forest City, Pennsylvania, was a star athlete herself in high school, leading her basketball team as captain to a district championship. After graduating in 2016, she headed to Penn State, where she eventually met Barkley.
Special moment with Saquon Barkley and his girlfriend and kids before his first NFC title game. But no cookies for him pregame! pic.twitter.com/Ul5OuzWwrQ
— John Clark (@JClarkNBCS) January 26, 2025
Congdon’s social media is peppered with moments of pride for her partner, from cheering him on during games to celebrating his personal milestones. For example, when Saquon Barkley graduated from Penn State in May 2022 after leaving early for the NFL, Congdon was one of the driving forces behind his decision to finish his degree. Barkley said, “Anna pushed me to accomplish it,” adding that he wanted to set a positive example for their children.
Their relationship hasn’t just been about family and football—it’s also been about showing up for each other in every way. Anna Congdon has over 100,000 Instagram followers and uses her platform to celebrate Saquon Barkley’s achievements and amplify his initiatives, like voting for him in the Walter Payton Man of the Year competition. She’s also been spotted in heartwarming moments with their kids, like bringing Jada and Saquon Jr. to meet their dad on the field during a December 2024 game against the Panthers, part of the NFL’s “Mic’d Up” series.
Pregame family moments ❤️ @saquon
📺: #LARvsPHI– 3pm ET on NBC
📱: Stream on #NFLPlus + Peacock pic.twitter.com/zkCzppOq6w
— NFL (@NFL) January 19, 2025
The couple is no stranger to glamorous moments, either. Ahead of Super Bowl LVIII in February 2024, Barkley, Congdon, and Jada attended the NFL Honors event in Las Vegas. Congdon stunned in a sleek black satin dress paired with red heels, while Barkley sported a sharp white suit jacket. The family looked every bit the picture of success and unity.
Saquon Barkley’s move to the Philadelphia Eagles in March 2024 marked a new chapter for their family. After spending six years with the Giants, the running back was ready for a fresh start, and it didn’t take long for Eagles fans to embrace him.
SAQUON ARE YOU KIDDING ME?!
📺: #WASvsPHI on FOX
📱: Stream on @NFLPlus pic.twitter.com/26534Ls9Mx
— NFL (@NFL) January 26, 2025
During the 2025 NFC Championship game against the Commanders, Saquon Barkley proved he was worth every bit of the hype, running for three touchdowns and racking up 118 yards, all while battling tightness in his calf. The crowd at Lincoln Financial Field erupted into “M-V-P” chants for Barkley, who described the game as part of his bigger dream—not just reaching the Super Bowl, but winning it.
