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Saquon Barkley to Sit Out Final Game, Missing Chance to Break NFL Rushing Record
Eagles running back Saquon Barkley will not play in the final regular-season game, falling short of breaking Eric Dickerson's rushing record.
The Guardian‘It wasn’t the easiest decision’: Eagles set to rest Saquon Barkley amid record bid
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Associated PressEagles coach Nick Sirianni set to rest Saquon Barkley in finale and end chance at NFL rushing record
USA TODAYSaquon Barkley to sit Eagles' season finale, miss out on NFL single-season rushing record
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Saquon Barkley of the Philadelphia Eagles will rest during the final regular-season game, concluding the season with 2,005 rushing yards, just shy of Eric Dickerson’s record. Coach Nick Sirianni emphasized the decision to prioritize team health ahead of playoffs, which has Barkley and other starters sitting out. Despite the setback in pursuing the record, Barkley expressed his commitment to the team’s success, aiming for a playoff run rather than individual accolades. He ends his season as one of only nine players in NFL history to rush over 2,000 yards.
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