Saquon Barkley, Myles Garrett, Fernando Mendoza Among TIME’s Most Influential in Sports

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Saquon Barkley, Myles Garrett, Fernando Mendoza Among TIME’s Most Influential in Sports

TIME has named four NFL-related figures to its 2026 list of the 100 Most Influential People in Sports. Eagles running back Saquon Barkley was recognized in the Icons category, Seahawks receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba landed among the Titans, Rams pass rusher Myles Garrett was listed as a Leader, and Raiders quarterback Fernando Mendoza also earned a spot on the prestigious annual list.

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