Former Philadelphia Eagles safety Malcolm Jenkins has stirred headlines after openly criticizing Saquon Barkley for spending time with former President Donald Trump during the offseason.
In a candid interview, Jenkins expressed his disappointment with the New York Giants running back, saying Barkley’s decision to attend an early White House visit and spend the day golfing with Trump sent the wrong message.
“Attending the White House visit early and spending the day golfing with the President — it was disappointing, to say the very least,” Jenkins remarked.
Jenkins, known for his strong advocacy on social justice and racial equality, has never shied away from political topics. His criticism comes amid a heated national conversation about the relationship between athletes and political figures.
While some fans defended Barkley’s right to meet with anyone he chooses, others sided with Jenkins, arguing that NFL stars should be aware of the public implications of their actions — especially when politics and sports continue to collide.
For now, Barkley has remained silent, leaving fans and fellow players divided over whether his meeting with Trump was a simple act of respect — or a tone-deaf move in today’s polarized climate.