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
#NFL #recordbreaking #Barkley #stunts #Eagles #Madden
–
## Saquon Barkley: MVP Material?
**World Today News Exclusive Interview**
**By [Your Name],Senior Editor**
**Philadelphia,PA** – The NFL world is buzzing after Saquon Barkley’s monstrous performance against the Rams on Sunday Night Football. Barkley’s 255 rushing yards and two touchdowns, including a pair of explosive 70-yard runs, have solidified his candidacy for MVP. We sat down with football analyst [**Insert Expert Name Here**], a two-time Super Bowl champion and former running back, to discuss Barkley’s remarkable performance and his place in the MVP race.
**WTN:** Saquon Barkley just put on a clinic, shattering records and demoralizing the Rams defense. What stood out to you about his performance?
**[Expert Name]:** Honestly, Saquon was unstoppable. It wasn’t just the numbers; it was the way he dominated the game. He wore down the Rams defense, just chipping away play after play. Then, in the fourth quarter, he exploded with those two long touchdowns. It was like watching a freight train barreling down the tracks.
**WTN:** Many pundits argue that the MVP award should go to a quarterback. does Barkley’s performance challenge that narrative?
**[Expert Name]:** I believe so. While quarterbacks are frequently enough the focal point of the offense, players like Barkley can entirely change the complexion of a game. His ability to run, catch, and create plays is invaluable. He’s the engine that drives the eagles’ offense, and his impact is undeniable.
**WTN:** Barkley’s signature move, the backwards jump over a defender against the Jaguars, has gone viral. What did you think of that play?
**[Expert Name]:** It was pure instinct and athleticism. Displays of that kind of creativity and flair are becoming increasingly rare in the league. It was a highlight-reel moment that showcased Saquon’s unique talent and deserves all the hype it’s receiving.
**WTN:** Following his time with the Giants, many had doubts about Barkley’s ability to return to his elite form. How has he silenced those critics in Philadelphia?
**[Expert Name]:** Barkley has thrived in Philadelphia’s system. The Eagles’ offensive line is giving him plenty of room to run, and their playcalling takes advantage of his versatility. He’s found a new lease on life and is proving that he’s still one of the most dangerous offensive weapons in the NFL.
**WTN:** Is Saquon Barkley a legitimate MVP candidate?
**[Expert Name]:** Absolutely. If he keeps playing at this level, there’s no question he’ll be in the conversation. His impact on the Eagles’ success is undeniable. He’s taken over games single-handedly and is putting up historic numbers. It’s going to be fascinating to see how the rest of the season unfolds.
**WTN:** thank you for your insightful analysis, [Expert Name].
