Barkley didn't get another chance at topping 2,105 rushing yards, but he did match Dickerson's historic 1984 season in another area.
Star running backs Saquon Barkley and Derrick Henry wasted no time settling into their new homes. Barkley, in his first season with the Philadelphia Eagles, became the ninth running back in NFL history to eclipse the 2,
Eagles, Saquon Barkley and Giants
Teams have devalued the position in recent years, but the best offenses this season have elite backs as their catalysts.
The Giants let Saquon Barkley leave the team in free agency. He signed with the Eagles and became one of just nine RBs to eclipse 2,000 rushing yards.
Eagles fans who ripped the team for resting Saquon Barkley for Week 18 painfully watched the injuries in the Ravens-Browns game.
Brian Westbrook and Todd Gurley II aren't fans of the Philadelphia Eagles' decision to end Saquon Barkley's pursuit of the single-season rushing record
Philadelphia Eagles player Saquon Barkley addressed his team's decision to rest him in the last game of the season, skipping a chance to break a league record.
Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley had a chance to chase the single-season rushing yards record, but he will not suit up in Week 18 against the New
From Gainwell’s perspective, not much changed for the running backs this year. The unit was still led by coach Jemal Singleton. Gainwell’s role was primarily the same as it has been. Barkley, Gainwell said, “kind of adapted to our culture.”
Saquon Barkley appears set to sit out the Philadelphia Eagles final regular-season game Sunday, denying the running back his chance at breaking Eric Dickerson’s NFL single-season rushing record.
The Philadelphia Eagles will officially rest Saquon Barkley, effectively ending his chance at securing the rushing yards record from Eric Dickerson.