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Saquon Barkley's Rushing Slide Deepens With Season-Low Carries in Eagles' 21-17 Loss

Philadelphia listed the 2024 Offensive Player of the Year with a knee issue on Monday ahead of a short-week trip to the Giants.

Overview

  • Through five games, Barkley has 267 rushing yards (53.4 per game) with a season-long 17-yard run, a steep drop from his 2024 pace.
  • He received a season-low six carries against Denver, a play-calling decision by first-year coordinator Kevin Patullo with input from coach Nick Sirianni.
  • In the 21-17 defeat, Barkley managed 30 rushing yards but caught a 47-yard touchdown that briefly put Philadelphia up 17-3.
  • The Eagles added Barkley to Monday’s injury report with a knee issue during a short week before Thursday’s game at the Giants.
  • At least 52 NFL players have logged a 20-plus-yard run this season, highlighting Barkley’s lack of explosive carries so far.