Philadelphia, PA – Saquon Barkley of the Philadelphia Eagles made history on Sunday by becoming the ninth running back in NFL history to reach 2,000 rushing yards in a single season.

In a game against the Dallas Cowboys, Barkley achieved this milestone in the fourth quarter with a 23-yard run that brought his total for the game to 167 yards and his season total to 2,005 yards. This accomplishment helped set up a touchdown for the Eagles, further solidifying their lead against the Cowboys.

Prior to this historic season, Barkley had shown flashes of potential in previous years, but his performance with the Eagles in his debut season surpassed all expectations. Playing behind a strong offensive line in Philadelphia, Barkley was able to showcase the explosiveness and playmaking abilities that made him one of the league’s best running backs.

Throughout his career, Barkley faced challenges while playing for the New York Giants, including poor offensive lines that hindered his production. Despite these obstacles, he managed to achieve career-high rushing totals, culminating in his exceptional season with the Eagles.

Looking ahead, Barkley is within reach of breaking the league’s single-season rushing record, currently held by Eric Dickerson with 2,105 yards. With one game remaining in the regular season, Barkley will have an opportunity to surpass this milestone and etch his name in NFL history.

As the Eagles potentially prepare for the playoffs, Barkley’s performance has been a driving force in their success this season. Whether or not he takes the field in the next game against his former team, the Giants, Barkley’s impact on the team’s offense cannot be understated.