The latest edition of HBO's "Hard Knocks" premiered on July 2, showcasing the New York Giants and their decision to part ways with star running back Saquon Barkley. The episode revealed the Giants' internal discussions about possibly trading Barkley after placing the franchise tag on him, ultimately leading to his departure to division rival Philadelphia Eagles. Giants general manager Joe Schoen highlighted the team's focus on building around quarterback Daniel Jones, questioning the value of investing in a high-priced running back like Barkley. The episode also featured Eagles' receiver A.J. Brown expressing support for Barkley and criticizing the Giants' handling of the situation. As the NFL offseason drama unfolds, "Hard Knocks" promises to give viewers an inside look at the inner workings of professional football teams, with future episodes covering the Chicago Bears and an unprecedented in-season series focused on the AFC North division.