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Saquon Barkley reportedly leaving Roc Nation for marketing purposes
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New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley was quick to sign on with Roc Nation Sports when he made the decision to skip his senior season at Penn State and declare for the NFL Draft. But the rookie sensation already has a change of heart.
ESPN’s Darren Rovell reported on Sunday that Barkley was leaving Roc Nation and joining Creative Artists Agency (CAA) for marketing purposes. According to Rovell, Barkley will continue to be represented by Roc Nation for his contract.
JUST IN: Giants rookie running back Saquon Barkley has left Roc Nation for marketing to go to CAA. He will still be repped by the firm for his contract. pic.twitter.com/vOXStEourE
— Darren Rovell (@darrenrovell) August 19, 2018
Roc Nation Sports is the sports management firm that was launched by Jay-Z in 2013. It has grown in popularity as stars like Kevin Durant, Dez Bryant and Robinson Cano have teamed up with the group.
Barkley was the second overall pick in the 2018 NFL Draft after a stellar career at Penn State.
In the first appearance of his NFL career, Barkley rushed for 43 yards on four carries in the Giants’ preseason matchup against the Browns.
Dustin grew up in the heart of Big Ten country and has been in sports media since 2010. He has been covering Big Ten football since 2014. You can follow him on Twitter: @SchutteCFB