On Monday, President Donald Trump recognized Barkley and the rest of the team at the White House. Trump brought up Barkley's name specifically during the ceremony, recounting how he told Barkley's former team (the New York Giants) to retain him by any means necessary.

Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts skipped the White House but running back Saquon Barkley golfed with President Trump. Both players drew strong reaction on social media.

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley golfed and had dinner with Donald Trump ahead of the team's White House visit and received a lot of backlash.