NFL Superstar Saquon Barkley Pops the Question – Meet the Woman Who Stole His Heart!
The football star became a father just as he was starting his NFL career. Since then, he has welcomed another child and is now preparing to get married.
Saquon Barkley, a running back for the Philadelphia Eagles, is not only a talented athlete but also a devoted family man. He is engaged to Anna Congdon, and together they have two children.
Barkley is focused not just on his family but also on a major moment in his career. He is set to play in the NFL Championship on February 9, 2025—his 28th birthday—when the Eagles take on the Kansas City Chiefs.
Partnering with Flipz for its “Flipz Up Your Game Day” campaign, Barkley shared that he’s in “Super Bowl mode.” He called playing on his birthday “the best gift” but said winning would be even better.
He admits he never thought it would take him seven years to reach this point. Drafted second overall by the New York Giants in 2018, he joined the Eagles in 2024. Looking back, he believes his younger self would be “super proud” of how far he’s come.
Barkley’s journey has not been easy. He has faced setbacks and injuries that tested his determination.
“Not just being here, but the adversities and the injuries and never quitting,” he reflected. A lesson from his father has stayed with him since childhood: “You quit one thing in life, you’re going to be a quitter for the rest of your life.”
While proud of his progress, his focus is clear. “The dream wasn’t just to get into the Super Bowl. It is to win it,” the New York native said.
His excitement isn’t just about the big game—his new partnership with Flipz is personal. A longtime fan of chocolate-covered pretzels, he shared that he has been enjoying them for “a very long time.”
His fiancée, Anna Congdon, and their two children—six-year-old Jada and two-year-old Saquon Jr.—joined him in filming a fun commercial for the brand at their home in Philadelphia.
“I don’t know if you really can name a better snack,” he said, adding that it’s even more special now that his kids love it too. Sharing Flipz with them brings back fond memories for Barkley, who became a father just days after being drafted.
In April 2018, he and Congdon welcomed their daughter, Jada. The first-time mom announced the news on Instagram, writing, “when two became three…[sic].” Barkley was “100 percent sure” they were having a boy, but his fiancée thought otherwise. To be prepared, they picked out ten names for each possibility.
At the time, Barkley felt “honored” and “blessed” to be a dad, knowing he would set the example for his daughter’s idea of a good man. Today, their bond is even stronger, and Jada is considered his biggest fan.
Fans online have gushed over his daughter. One wrote, “Looks just like her Daddy.” Another said, “Sooo cute! Saquon is a lucky man!” Someone else commented, “Oh myyy!! She is oh so beautiful!” while another added, “She really Saquon twin [sic].”
Fatherhood continued to shape Barkley’s life when he and Congdon welcomed their son, Saquon Jr., in September 2022. The family calls him S.J.
“Beautiful baby,” Barkley said at the time. “He lights up the room. Amazing smile. Jada is being an amazing big sister. Anna, obviously, an amazing mom. We’ve got a beautiful little family.”
As Barkley enjoys life with his growing family, milestones continue on and off the field. In January 2025, the family of four celebrated the NFC title, and recently, he announced his engagement to Congdon. The couple met at Penn State in 2017 and have been together ever since.
“I can’t be the athlete I am and have the success I have…without the help of her. She’s been super helpful and always has my back, not only in football but throughout life,” he said.
Their journey together, now with two children, has made them even closer. “We just sit back and laugh sometimes…smile and think about where everything started,” he shared.
Recognizing those who have supported him, he added, “I’d be naive to think…all the stuff that we are able to accomplish this year was all alone and by myself.”
Online reactions to Barkley’s fiancée have been full of praise, with many admiring her natural beauty. One user said, “Natural beauty girl!!! And you look even better after babies!!”
Another wrote, “A natural beauty for sure—it seems hard to come by these days & you rock the look—never change!” A third commented, “Classic beauty.”
With his biggest game ahead, Barkley’s life is thriving both professionally and personally. His road to the Super Bowl has been filled with years of dedication, overcoming injuries, and staying committed to his dream.
Through it all, his fiancée and children have been his biggest motivation, supporting him as he balances football and fatherhood.
Now, as he prepares for this major moment, he remains focused on the ultimate goal—winning. With a strong support system and a legacy still unfolding, Barkley continues to prove that success isn’t just about championships but also about the impact he makes on and off the field.
