Despite joining the Giants' most hated rivals during the offseason, Barkley made clear just how impressed he was with New York's superstar rookie receiver, seemingly aware of the negativity that his praise may elicit from fans of both teams.

Saquon Barkley may not be a Giant anymore, but he still made time to show one of the organization’s rookies some love on social media Sunday night.

New York Giants rookie receiver Malik Nabers became the first player in NFL history with 20 receptions and three receiving touchdowns in his first three games, according to ESPN Research. Nabers had eight catches for 78 yards and two touchdowns on Sunday in a 21-15 victory over the Cleveland Browns.

Malik Nabers is the player this franchise has been looking for. A true difference maker. He’s already this good. He’s only going to get better. And when the Giants do turn this around – he’ll be a big reason why.

CLEVELAND — Malik Nabers stretched his arms above his head and jumped in the direction of Browns cornerback Martin Emerson Jr. A well-thrown ball from Daniel Jones sailed toward both men along the sideline.

Former Giants superstar running back Saquon Barkley posted about Malik Nabers' two-touchdown performance after the NYG win over the Browns. The post Ex-Giants RB Saquon Barkley Sounds off on Malik Nabers’ 2-TD Performance appeared first on Heavy.

Even though Saquon Barkley is now a member of the Philadelphia Eagles, he is not afraid of giving praise to his former team in the New York Giants, and he did just that today for rookie wide receiver Malik Nabers,