Saquon Barkley Surpasses 2,000 Rushing Yards in Eagles' Victory
Saquon Barkley exceeded 2,000 rushing yards following a standout performance, aiming to break Eric Dickerson's long-standing record next week.
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In a dominant 41-7 win over the Cowboys, Eagles running back Saquon Barkley rushed for 167 yards, marking his entry into the 2,000-yard club. With 2,005 rushing yards this season, he is just 100 yards shy of breaking Eric Dickerson’s 40-year-old record of 2,105 yards. Despite the milestone, Barkley emphasized team success and the importance of the playoffs. Meanwhile, the Eagles face a decision on whether to rest him or let him chase the record against his former team, the Giants, in their final regular-season game.
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