Barkley Shines in Eagles' Dominant Win Over Rams

SPORTS

Rariqi Turner

11/26/20241 min read

Saquon Barkley showcased his incredible form during Sunday Night Football, leading the Philadelphia Eagles to a commanding 37-20 victory over the Los Angeles Rams.

In his debut season with the Eagles after leaving the New York Giants, Barkley set a new franchise record with an exceptional 255 rushing yards on 26 carries.

His performance at SoFi Stadium also included over 300 total yards, making him just the 13th player in NFL history to achieve this milestone.

Barkley’s 255 rushing yards rank as the ninth-highest in a single game in league history.

The 27-year-old gained 73 yards in the first half before electrifying fans with a 70-yard touchdown on the opening play of the second half.

Later, in the fourth quarter, Barkley sealed his night with a 72-yard touchdown run, cementing his historic performance.

Barkley became the first player in NFL history to record two rushing touchdowns of 70-plus yards in the second half of a single game.

Currently leading the NFL in rushing yards, Barkley’s standout performance drew admiration from teammates and opponents alike.

Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts praised him, saying, “He’s the best in the league. He’s the best at what he does. He’s a bad man.”

Even Rams rookie linebacker Jared Verse admitted, “I’ve never seen a running back like that.”

As the league awaits Derrick Henry’s performance on Monday night, Barkley remains firmly at the top of the leaderboard.
Source: CNN SPORTS