Sunday Night Football did not disappoint. Rams and Eagles played good football but, above all, the game certified Saquon Barkley’s candidacy for MVP of the season, assuming that we decide to reward an athlete who does not play the role of quarterback.
Number twenty-six signed a monstrous performance by setting a record for the Eagles with 255 rushing yards and another 47 throwing. Irresistible. Like a Chinese drop, down after down, the running back wore down the Los Angeles defense to the point of demolishing it, a bit like he did with all the others throughout the season.
Result: the collapse in the last quarter of those who should have stemmed him and his final explosion with two touchdowns of 70 and 72 yards, exactly at the beginning and practically at the end of the fifteen minutes that closed the match with a victory for Philadelphia.
It was well known that Saquon was strong, but after six seasons at the Giants, which also declined due to some injuries, no one could have predicted a championship like the one he is playing with the Eagles.
A phenomenon that is being talked about throughout the world of football and also sportsmen from other disciplines (see LeBron James) which has pushed the electronic game Madden, as famous in the USA as the PlayStation for football is in Italy, to update the “virtual” player with on the 26th by inserting the stunt – the backward jump – from the match with the Jaguars.
An action that immediately ended up in the merchandising blender complete with t-shirts in real time and which we are re-proposing in the drawing with a super heroic line by Lorenzo Ruggiero, penciled by Marvel USA, exclusively for our column. In short, a gesture that has become iconic.
In short, he broke the balance of yesterday’s meeting in the end.
Some numbers to understand the extent of the test. Barkley totaled 302 yards overall – becoming the 12th player in NFL history to surpass 300 and, as mentioned, the first Eagles player – also becoming the first player in the league with two 70-yard rushing touchdowns in a game Maurice Jones-Drew in 2009.
Barkley leads the NFL for RBs with 1,392 rushing yards, including 7 100-yard rushing games, all this in his first season with Philadelphia after those with the Giants (who let him go…).
“To be honest, I’m not surprised,” Barkley said, after the race. “Of course, I didn’t know I would be so successful with Phila, (but) I’m grateful to be here. I’m grateful for the new beginning. One of the main reasons I wanted to come here is that I felt like this is a place where I could have rewritten my story and shown everyone the kind of player I feel I could be and was destined to be, and it’s working right now.”
Averaging 9.8 yards per rush, Barkley shattered LeSean McCoy’s Eagles franchise records of 217 rushing yards in 2013 and Duce Staley’s 296 total yards in 2000. He also had their best rushing performance ever against the Rams, surpassing DeMarco Murray’s 253 yards for Dallas in 2011.
On a day that saw the hard-fought victories of the Chiefs (over the Cinderella Panthers) and the Vikings (over the Bears who were beaten in overtime) and the confirmation of the strength of the Lions (easy over the Colts), Barkley’s performance is the highlight of the day. And an interesting Ravens-Chargers tonight.
Results
Minnesota 30 CHICAGO 27 (OT)
Tennessee 32 HOUSTON 27
Kansas City 30 CAROLINA 27
Detroit 24 INDIANAPOLIS 6
MIAMI 34 New England 15
Tampa Bay 30 GIANTS 7
Dallas 34 WASHINGTON 26
Denver 29 LAS VEGAS 19
SEATTLE 16 Arizona 6
GREEN BAY 38 San Francisco 10
Philadelphia 37 LA RAMS 20
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## Saquon Barkley: Teh New Face of the NFL?
**Interview with John Smith, Sports Analyst, World Today News**
**World Today News:** John, saquon Barkley put on a show against the Rams. Is this his year for the MVP title?
**John Smith:** Absolutely. What we saw from Barkley on Sunday Night Football wasn’t just a great performance, it was a statement.He dismantled the Rams’ defense, racking up a franchise record 255 rushing yards and [adding] 47 receiving yards. Barkley is playing with a confidence and explosiveness we haven’t seen from him since his early days with the Giants.
**World Today News:** It’s quite a turnaround considering his struggles with injuries at the Giants.
**John Smith:** Absolutely.It’s amazing how he’s bounced back this season with philadelphia. He’s clearly thriving in their system, and the change of scenery seems to have done wonders for him.
**World Today News:** He had some amazing runs, notably those two 70-yard touchdowns in the fourth quarter.
**John Smith:** Those were game-changers. He just wore down the Rams defense all night, and in the fourth quarter, he exploded. It was dominating, pure and simple.
**World Today News:** With his remarkable statistics and impact on games, do you think he’s changing the conversation about MVP candidates who aren’t quarterbacks?
**john Smith:** Without a doubt. Traditionally, quarterbacks dominate the MVP conversation, but Barkley is making a strong case for himself. His performance isn’t just about numbers, it’s about his impact on the field.He’s become the heart and soul of the Eagles’ offense and a game-changer every time he touches the ball.
**world Today News:** Even LeBron James took notice of Barkley’s performance. What does that says about his reach?
**John Smith:** It speaks volumes.
Barkley’s talent and dynamism have transcended the sport. He’s become a global phenomenon,even catching the eye of stars like LeBron James. This level of recognition highlights the impact he’s making and sets him apart as a truly special athlete.
**World Today News:** Looking ahead, do you think he can maintain this level of play throughout the season?
**John Smith:** It’s certainly a challenge, but considering his current form and the dedication he’s shown, I wouldn’t bet against him. Barkley has clearly found his groove in Philadelphia, and if he continues to perform at this level, he’ll undoubtedly be in the thick of the MVP race.
**World Today News:** Thank you for your insights, John.
**John Smith:** My pleasure.
