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Saquon Barkley Says He Once 'Couldn't Stand' Nick Sirianni, Now Praises Eagles Coach

He says firsthand exposure to Sirianni's detail-obsessed approach changed his perception.

Overview

  • Barkley told reporters Wednesday he disliked Sirianni when he was a Giants rival before signing with Philadelphia in 2024.
  • After joining the Eagles, he lauded Sirianni’s focus on the little things and called him the perfect coach for Philadelphia.
  • Barkley ran for 2,005 yards last season as the Eagles won the Super Bowl under Sirianni.
  • Entering Sunday’s game in Buffalo, he had 1,072 rushing yards and nine total touchdowns this season, and the Eagles were 10–5 with a playoff berth and a second straight NFC East title.
  • Coverage notes ongoing criticism of Sirianni this season, even as Barkley expresses strong confidence in the coach’s standards and results.