Saquon Barkley’s time with the Giants is one step closer to reaching the end.

The New York Giants will not franchise tag running back Saquon Barkley, making him a free agent when the signing period begins later this month.

Last offseason, Barkley, 27, and the Giants agreed to terms on a one-year deal worth up to $11 million ahead of training camp, which includes a $2 million signing bonus. The move came ahead of what could have been a lengthy potential holdout as both sides had previously failed to reach a long-term deal prior to their set deadline.

The Giants placed a franchise tender on Barkley, but he didn’t sign it prior to the one-year deal and, therefore, wouldn’t have faced any fines for skipping mandatory training camp as he wasn’t yet under contract. The former No. 2 overall pick recorded 962 yards and six touchdowns on 247 rushing attempts, while also catching 41 passes for 280 yards and four touchdowns in 14 games during the 2023 season.

The neo-Renaissance lobby inside 200 Madison Avenue has been designated a city landmark.

The Landmarks Preservation Commission unanimously approved the designation as an interior landmark. The lobby is inside the vaulted arcade that spans the building between East 35th and East 36th Streets.

Built in the 1920s by the architecture firm Warren and Wetmore, the lobby’s gilded and ornate aesthetic includes patterned terrazzo floors and marble walls. The arched bays along the ceiling are filled with floral mosaics, animal medallions and projecting lion heads, according to the LPC.

The lobby looks very much as it did when it first opened in 1926. Historic preservation experts say 200 Madison is among many treasures the city needs to protect.

Dr Pepper takes its flavor game to a new level with the introduction of new Dr Pepper Strawberries & Cream.

Hitting shelves nationwide, the new Dr Pepper Strawberries & Cream features the original flavor of Dr Pepper swirled with layers of refreshing strawberry flavor and a smooth, creamy finish.

The new permanent flavor represents the only strawberry and cream flavored dark soda in the market today.

Dr Pepper Strawberries & Cream Regular will be offered in 12-oz 12 packs and 20-oz bottles, while Dr Pepper Strawberries & Cream Zero Sugar will be offered in 12-oz 12 packs.