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: A New Story Written in Philly?
**World Today News:** Saquon Barkley’s performance against the Rams has set the gridiron ablaze. We wanted to get an expert’s take on this historic performance and what it means for Barkley’s future. Joining us today is football analyst and former NFL running back, **[Expert name]** .
**World Today News:** Welcome, [Expert Name].Barkley’s 255 yard rushing game against the Rams was remarkable. Did you see this coming?
**[Expert Name]:** Honestly, while everyone knew Barkley was talented, this level of dominance is exceeding even the highest expectations.
He looks rejuvenated in Philadelphia, finding the explosiveness and consistency that he flashes
in New York but couldn’t sustain due to various factors.
**World Today news:** Speaking of rejuvenation, Barkley had some injury-plagued seasons wiht the Giants. Is this a full-blown comeback story?
**[Expert Name]:** Absolutely. This isn’t just a comeback; it’s a statement. He’s rushed for over 1,300 yards, leads the league in rushing touchdowns for running backs, and just broke the 300-yard barrier. He’s single-handedly rewriting the narrative about his career. Philadelphia, with its strong offensive line and system, seems to be the perfect incubator for his talent.
**World Today News:** Now, with this kind of performance, the MVP conversation inevitably arises. Do you think Barkley has a legitimate shot at it, even though quarterbacks traditionally dominate the award?
**[Expert Name]:** It’s going to be a tough sell, historically speaking. Quarterbacks almost always win MVP. But Barkley is making a compelling case. His impact on the Eagles is undeniable. If he can finish the season strong and lead them to a deep playoff run, he could definitely force the voters to reconsider their biases.
**World Today News:** We saw Barkley’s astonishing hurdle move against the Jaguars, which instantly became viral and even got him featured in video games. Can you talk about the impact he’s having beyond the statistics?
**[Expert Name]:** That hurdle epitomizes Barkley’s electrifying style. He’s not just running through defenses; he’s entertaining, innovating, and making moments that capture the imagination of fans everywhere.He’s reigniting excitement for the running back position, which has
sometimes been overshadowed by the passing game.
**World Today News:** Looking ahead, what does the future hold for saquon Barkley?
**[Expert Name]:**
if he stays healthy,
the sky’s the limit for Barkley. He could be a perennial MVP candidate, a true icon of the league. This year is proof that he still possesses that special blend of talent, determination, and explosiveness that can define a generation of running backs.
**World Today News:** [Expert name], thank you for your insightful analysis.
**[Expert Name]:** My pleasure.
the bolts of lightning that Saquon Barkley is unleashing on the field have the whole
world watching.
It will be captivating to see how his story
continues to unfold.
